Thorn Baker are seeking an experienced Heavy Plant Maintenance Engineer to support ongoing development and operational restart activities at Drakelands, Plympton, Devon. This is an exciting opportunity to join a major industrial project undergoing significant redevelopment, working alongside specialist engineering contractors and site teams

Location: Drakelands, Plympton, Devon
Contract Type: Ongoing
Rate: Competitive Daily Rate (Dependent on Experience).

Key Responsibilities

Carry out onsite maintenance and servicing of fixed plant machinery

Diagnose and perform breakdown repairs efficiently to minimise downtime

Support the commissioning of new equipment and plant installations

Implement and contribute to maintenance strategies to enhance plant reliability and performance

Collaborate with engineering partners and contractors delivering specialist solutions

Experience & Skills Required

Strong, time-served experience in heavy industry

Background in crushing, screening, or washing processes (highly desirable)

Proven expertise in maintaining fixed plant machinery

Solid understanding of hydraulic systems

Experience applying proactive and preventative maintenance strategies

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently in a demanding industrial environment

What We Offer

Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Long-term, ongoing contract opportunity

Involvement in a major site redevelopment and restart project

Opportunity to work with leading specialist engineering contractors

If you are a skilled maintenance engineer with heavy plant experience and are looking for a long-term contract opportunity on a high-profile industrial site, we would like to hear from you.

If available call Emma on (phone number removed)

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