Plant Equipment Inspector
Employment Solutions Ltd
Location: Wigan
£29,000 - £37,000 per annum
26-Week Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
We are currently recruiting for a Plant Inspector to join a busy engineering and fabrication operation. This role is ideal for candidates with a background in fabrication, welding, plant, or engineering who possess strong organisational and IT skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring tools and equipment are accurately inspected, tracked, and recorded, supporting operational efficiency and enabling costs to be correctly allocated where necessary.
The Role
Working closely with the fabrication and operations teams, you will be responsible for inspecting tools and equipment entering and leaving the fabrication department, recording condition reports, and maintaining accurate asset records.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a combination of practical engineering activities and administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Inspect tools and equipment entering and leaving the fabrication department
- Record condition, wear, damage, and missing items
- Maintain accurate inspection and asset records
- Use Excel, Word, and internal systems to track equipment movements and status
- Ensure documentation is completed accurately and in a timely manner
- Support the recovery and recharge of costs back to site operations where appropriate
- Liaise with fabrication, workshop, and operational teams regarding equipment condition and availability
- Promote high standards of housekeeping, safety, and compliance
About You
Ideal Candidate
- Experience within fabrication, welding, engineering, plant, or construction environments
- Understanding of equipment, tooling, or plant inspection processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Competent with Microsoft Excel, Word, and general IT systems
Key Skills & Attributes
- Methodical and organised approach
- Strong record-keeping and administration skills
- Practical engineering awareness
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workload
- Reliable and proactive attitude
- Committed to maintaining high standards of safety and quality
Hours of Work
- Monday to Thursday: 07:30 - 17:00
- Friday: 07:30 - 13:00
- Total: 41.5 hours per week
What's on Offer?
- Salary between £29,000 and £37,000 per annum
- Realistic earning expectation circa £35,000
- 26-week temporary-to-permanent opportunity
- 25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
- Opportunity to join a growing engineering organisation
- Long-term career prospects and development opportunities
Apply Today
If you have experience within engineering, fabrication, welding, plant, or equipment inspection and are looking for a long-term opportunity, we'd like to hear from you.
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