A595 Grizebeck Improvements
At Metcalfe Plant Hire, we’re proud to work in partnership with leading contractors across Cumbria and beyond, bringing our local expertise and resources to some of the region’s most significant infrastructure projects. One such example is the A595 Grizebeck Improvement Scheme, where we’ve been working alongside Story Contracting and Westmorland and Furness Council to deliver […]
Mechanic/Plant Fitter
Due to increasing commitments, we now have opportunity for a Mechanic / Fitter who is looking to progress their career and to join our dedicated team based in Penrith, Cumbria. What we are ideally looking for: Ideally some experience working in a busy haulage / plant workshop environment Knowledge on general maintenance and servicing of […]
Civils Operatives
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit Civils Operatives for an immediate start to carry out works in the Penrith and South Lakes area. The successful candidates would have previous Civil Engineering experience in either residential groundworks or highways infrastructure works. Licence/Certification• UK driving licence.• CSCS card• CPCS or […]
Spotlight on Excavators and Earthmoving Hire
A busy start to the year for Plant Hire – with availability now on key machines. It’s been a strong and steady start to the year for Metcalfe Plant Hire, with our excavators, dump trucks and dozers working hard across a variety of local and regional projects, from infrastructure improvements to site preparation and bulk […]
Civil Engineering Groundworkers
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit a number of additional Civil Engineering Groundworkers to join the existing team here at Metcalfe Plant Hire Ltd. Duties will be varied, including all aspects of civil engineering and groundworks, and applicants should have previous experience and be the holders of appropriate […]
Why CPCS is the Gold Standard in Plant Training
Why CPCS is the Gold Standard in Plant Training When it comes to plant machinery training and certification, the choices can be overwhelming. As a leading provider of construction plant hire and training in Cumbria, Metcalfe Plant Hire understands the importance of selecting the right accreditation for your team. One of the most common questions […]
HGV Class 1 Driver / HIAB Operator
Metcalfe Plant Hire Limited was established in 1971 in Cumbria and has grown to become one of the North of England’s largest construction plant hire businesses. Based in Penrith Cumbria, the company offers all construction industry plant, equipment and machinery hire, and compliments this with a construction & civil engineering business in its main-stream business […]
Class 2 HGV – Grab Lorry Driver
An opportunity has arisen for a Class 2 HGV Grab Lorry Driver who will be based at our Main Yard in Penrith, Cumbria. ____________________________________________________________ Experience: The individual must be reliable, self-motivated and flexible Position is to start immediately Responsibilities: Ability to Operate the Grab Lorry in a safe and efficient way following all company policies […]
Metcalfe Civil Engineering Expands with Relocation to New Office
Metcalfe Civil Engineering department is pleased to announce its relocation to a new office at 40 Business Park, Gillan Way in Penrith. The move comes as a result of the department’s rapid expansion and increasing workloads, necessitating a larger and more spacious workspace. The decision to move the Civil Engineering team from their former base […]
Excavator Operators
Due to continued expansion within our Contracting Department, we are seeking to recruit Excavator Operators for an immediate start to carry out works within Cumbria. The successful candidates would be working within one of our civils gangs and have previous experience with operating excavators above and below 10 tons. Licence/Certification• UK driving licence.• CSCS card• […]
