CHIPPINDALE
Leeds, Yorkshire
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Chippindale Plant Ltd is one of the largest privately owned plant hire and sales companies in the North of England with 8 depots including Leeds. Established in 1949, it provides a complete hire and sales service for a wide range of Construction Plant, Tools, Excavator Attachments and Secure Site Accommodation. We are looking for a plant mechanic/fitters to maintain and repair a wide range of construction plant including; Compaction Equipment, Excavators and attachments, Dumpers, Telehandlers, Compressors and a wide range of Tools. The role is for a workshop based mechanic/fitter job in our Leeds Depot. Key skills & Duties -Inspecting machines for defects -Servicing and maintenance -Undertaking routine inspections of various equipment -Dismantling and repairing or replacing fault components -Reassembling and testing components to ensure they are working safely -Performing checks on new equipment before first use -Using reports to diagnose faults -Updating service records -Escalating faults to managers -Use of a wide range of specialist tools such as hydraulic presses -Keeping the workshop area clean and tidy -Follow all H&S procedures -Basic welding -Using lifting equipment in accordance with LOLER regulations Qualifications & Experience -Industry experience in a similar role -Previous experience of diagnosing and repairing plant / machinery/ lifting equipment is essential -Proven track record of diagnosing faults -Previous experience of hydraulic systems -Basic electrical skills for plant and machinery -Previous experience of use of large workshop equipment -NVQ Plant and Machinery or Land Based Engineering L3 qualification desirable -Manufacturer training courses for industry product -M&E Experience -FLT It would be preferable for the successful candidate to hold a current driving license. This job requires someone who is flexible, motivated and customer focused. We are offering a stable position in a growing company that is investing substantially in new equipment and staff training. JBRP1_UKTJ