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Head Plant FitterBromsgrove£55,000 basic Overview We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Fitter to join our team, this is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to take on a leadership role, overseeing the efficient operation of our workshop and yard. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the availability and maintenance of plant machinery across multiple sites while upholding the highest standards of safety and efficiency. ResponsibilitiesAs the Head Fitter, your key responsibilities will include: Collaborating with the Plant Manager to schedule, coordinate, and supervise the daily workload of fitters and yard personnel.Providing day-to-day support and guidance to fitters.Managing stock levels for parts and liaising with suppliers as required.Overseeing workshop repairs on all plant machinery, including road-going vehicles (trucks and vans), dumpers, and excavators, ensuring timely and safe delivery.Coordinating the delivery and collection of machinery and plant.Maintaining accurate records of all servicing and repairs.Implementing a system to inspect off-hired machinery and identify damages chargeable to customers/users.Ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations and maintaining a high level of safe working practices.Completing lifting inspections and signing off on certifications.Mentoring and supporting trainees and apprentices. QualificationsThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and certifications: LOLER Certification.Testing and Inspection Certification.Level 3 Plant Mechanic Qualification.Forklift Qualification.HGV Certification.Counterbalance Forklift Certification.GCSE English Grade 4/C, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent.GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C, Lev