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Heavy Construction Machinery Mechanic

On-site in Gijón·Full-time·Added yesterday (last checked 6 Nov)

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Randstad España

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Salary: €28,000 - €30,500 a year
About €1,820 - €1,950 a month after tax.
Hours: Rotating shifts · Includes weekends
Work mode: On-site, Gijón
Contract: Full-time
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Education: Higher Degree Cycle (CFGS) or Vocational Training (FP) in Automotive, Industrial Mechanics, or Industrial Maintenance.
Technical Skills: Preventive and corrective industrial maintenance (mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical).

Nice to have

Basic welding skills are valued.
Forklift and wheel loader operator certificates are valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Temporary contract with high possibility of transitioning to permanent staff (6 months + 6 months + indefinite, all contracting through the company).
Salary in a range between 28,000 euros and 30,500 euros + bonuses.

The role

Multinational industrial company located in Gijón seeks to hire two mechanical maintenance professionals. You will join a technical team responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of a fleet of heavy public works machinery (wheel loaders, backhoe loaders, trucks, etc.) in a dynamic industrial environment.

What you'll do

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on public works machinery (backhoe loaders, wheel loaders, and industrial trucks).
Fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
Welding and Fitting: Minor welding and mechanical fitting interventions for component reinforcement.
Fleet Management: Ensure machinery meets performance and safety standards for plant operations.
Actively participate in continuous improvement proposals to reduce fleet downtime.

How you'll work

Schedule: Rotating shifts. Monday to Sunday, mornings and afternoons.

Hiring process

2 steps1 interview

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About Randstad España

Randstad España is the Spanish branch of Randstad N.V., a global leader in human resources and staffing solutions. The company provides a wide range of workforce solutions, including temporary and permanent placement, recruitment process outsourcing, and HR consulting. With a strong presence in Spain, Randstad España connects thousands of professionals with job opportunities across various sectors, including industrial, technical, and customer service roles.

For international professionals, Randstad España offers a gateway to the Spanish job market, with numerous openings in technical maintenance, customer service, and administrative roles. The company values diversity and inclusion, and its extensive network of offices across Spain ensures support for candidates seeking employment in different regions. Randstad's global reach and local expertise make it a reliable partner for those looking to relocate and work in Spain.