Job Opportunity: Diesel / Plant Fitter

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Diesel / Plant Fitter to join our Major Repairs Department in Sheffield.

This role is specifically suited to an experienced mechanic or fitter with a background working on diesel-powered plant, heavy machinery, access equipment, agricultural machinery, HGVs, or similar equipment.

1 Up Access is a leading supplier of access equipment, operating a modern fleet of industry-leading machines across the UK. Our Major Repairs Department is based within our 10,000 sq ft fully equipped workshop in Sheffield, where we carry out major repairs, component replacements, refurbishment, and extensive mechanical work on our fleet.

You will work as part of our Major Repairs team, assisting with the diagnosis, repair, strip-down, refurbishment, and rebuild of access equipment and major mechanical components.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with major repairs and mechanical overhauls on access equipment

  • Diagnose and repair diesel engine and mechanical faults

  • Strip, inspect, repair, and rebuild major components

  • Work on diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and other mechanical components

  • Assist with major component replacements and refurbishment

  • Carry out preventative maintenance and repairs

  • Fault-find and diagnose mechanical issues

  • Work alongside experienced engineers within our Major Repairs Department

  • Complete repair documentation and paperwork accurately

  • Ensure all work is carried out to a high standard of safety and quality

The Ideal Candidate

We are specifically looking for someone with relevant diesel, plant, or heavy machinery experience.

Suitable backgrounds may include:

  • Plant Fitter

  • Heavy Plant Mechanic

  • Diesel Mechanic

  • Agricultural Engineer

  • HGV Mechanic

  • Access Equipment Engineer

  • Construction Plant Mechanic

  • Heavy Machinery Fitter

You should have:

  • Strong diesel engine and mechanical knowledge

  • Experience working on plant, heavy machinery, or similar equipment

  • Good mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills

  • Knowledge of hydraulic systems would be advantageous

  • A strong work ethic and attention to detail

  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team

  • A commitment to high standards of workmanship and safety

Please note: This is a specialist mechanical role and we are looking for candidates with relevant diesel, plant, heavy machinery, HGV, agricultural, or access equipment experience.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary to be discussed based on experience

  • 10,000 sq ft fully equipped Major Repairs workshop

  • Dedicated engineering facilities

  • Opportunity to work on a modern fleet of industry-leading access equipment

  • Varied and challenging mechanical work

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities

  • Supportive and experienced engineering team

  • Opportunity to become part of a growing company

Location: Sheffield
Department: Major Repairs
Hours: Full time

How to Apply

If you have the relevant diesel, plant, heavy machinery, HGV, agricultural, or access equipment experience and are interested in joining our Major Repairs team, please complete the application form on our website.

For the full job description and to apply, visit our website.

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