Plant Department Fitter
At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working in the Cementation OU based in Doncaster in where we are working alongside specialist piling, fabrication and monitoring teams to deliver safe, high-quality installations on complex sites. Join Cementation Skanska and bring your hands-on skills to projects that shape roads, railways, stadia and flood defences backed by over 100 years of foundation expertise. Be part of a workforce that values teamwork, practical problem-solving and doing the job right.
We are currently looking for a Plant Department Fitter who will support the plant department workshop and field service supervisor by carrying out inspections, advanced fault diagnosis, service, rigging/de-rigging and repairs in a timely manner both in our Plant department workshop and on our construction sites.
As the Plant Department Fitter, you will
- Safety & compliance: ensure safe systems of work, permit adherence and compliance with PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and company procedures.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and control system faults in the field.
- Install new components and retrofit existing systems to improve performance and reliability.
- Conduct inspections, testing and calibration of piling plant equipment to meet operational standards.
- Read and interpret technical manuals, schematics and engineering drawings for repairs and installations.
- Documentation: complete job cards, inspection records, time sheets and handover notes; etc.
- Work with supervisors, planners, site teams and suppliers to prioritise work and arrange parts or specialist services when required.
We are looking for
- City and Guilds/NVQ or equivalent plant/mechanical based qualification.
- CSCS card and MEWP Licence.
- Lifting equipment inspection.
- Ability to read hydraulic schematics and knowledge of plant electrics.
- Good organisational skills, including prioritisation of workload.
- Good teamworking skills, encouraging co-operation between individuals and groups.
- Proficiency with hydraulic systems, diesel engines, winches, gearboxes and electrical controls.
What we offer
- 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
- Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
- Professional development
- Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at recruitment@skanska.co.uk or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.
