Workshop Fitter - Bristol

Job Description:

At Ardent Hire Solutions, we have one of the largest and youngest fleets in the UK. Our fleet consists of 5,000 machines all from the world’s leading OEMs and offers a range that suits all construction projects. We are a renowned leader in our industry, known for our exemplary machinery, innovative solutions, unwavering commitment to quality, and customer-centric approach.

We differentiate ourselves through digitalisation, sustainability and spectacular customer service.

Our values Passion, Pace and Performance drive us as individuals and as a team. We are looking for diverse team members that share the same values and strive to be the best they can possibly be.

We are currently recruiting for a Workshop Fitter to work out of our Bristol Depot who will be carrying out planned maintenance activities to ensure that our plants operate safely and reliably. The maintenance will include PDIs, safety LOLER inspections, servicing and general damage repairs.

You will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of all types of machinery including telehandlers and rotos.

You need to be self-motivated and be able to turn around machines quickly with accuracy, and you will also be responsible for ensuring the machinery is fit for hire.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified diesel mechanic
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Maintenance
• In possession of a full, valid Driving Licence with no more than 3 points
• Able to demonstrate a full and varied knowledge of plant machinery
• Able to provide references to supplement your application
• Good spoken and written English

You will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours:

· Resilient in dealing with changes in priorities, juggling a number of activities and continues to be effective

· The ability to understand, analyse and articulate issues both simple and complex

· The ability to develop and apply appropriate skills

· The ability to generate alternative approaches to problems

In return we will give you:

• A competitive annual salary
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday

Access to a wide range of benefits including;

• Cash back on healthcare expenses including dental, optical & physio
• Healthcare plan that focuses on wellbeing, helplines and more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension
• Life Cover
• Retail discounts

If the above sounds perfect for you, please send your CV to recruitment@ardenthire.com. 

We aim to response to all applications however due to the large numbers we receive, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.