Acorn Recruitment
Mobile Plant Fitter
Scunthorpe DN16 3RL
Key information
- Pay
- £18 to £18 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Contract
- Workplace arrangement
- On-site
- Posted date
- 28 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Nov 2026
About this role
Mobile Plant Fitter | Heavy Plant Mechanic | Plant Maintenance Fitter
Scunthorpe Steelworks | From £18 per hour + overtime premiums | Monday-Friday, 60 hours per week | Full-time, permanent | Site-based and field-based | Company van provided
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie is recruiting a Mobile Plant Fitter for a respected subcontractor based at Scunthorpe Steelworks.
This permanent opportunity is ideal for an experienced Mobile Plant Fitter or Heavy Plant Mechanic with a background in mobile screening equipment, heavy plant or industrial machinery. You'll carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs across a range of plant equipment in a high-profile industrial environment.
What We Offer
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Basic rate of £18 per hour for the first 40 hours.
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Overtime and Saturday rate of £27 per hour.
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Sunday and bank holiday rate of £36 per hour.
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Company van provided.
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Full-time, permanent opportunity with a reputable employer.
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Varied work in a high-profile industrial environment.
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Strong safety standards.
Key Duties
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Carry out general maintenance and servicing of mobile plant equipment.
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Fit meshes and bearings, and replace belts.
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Repair screening and crushing equipment and heavy plant.
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Diagnose faults and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
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Maintain high standards of safety and site compliance.
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Complete additional maintenance and repair duties as required.
Requirements
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Proven experience as a Mobile Plant Fitter or Heavy Plant Mechanic.
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A mechanical qualification, such as City & Guilds, NVQ, HNC or equivalent.
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Strong knowledge of construction plant equipment, including excavators and dump trucks.
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Experience in quarrying, recycling or industrial environments.
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Full UK driving licence and own transport.
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CCNSG Site Safety Passport, or willingness to obtain one.
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Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
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Ability to work independently and travel to different locations as required.
Interested?
Apply now with an up-to-date CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications, or contact the Acorn by Synergie team for more information.