Cannock workshop Repair rebuild engineer

Finning Canada; Cannock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Rebuild Repair Engineer, where your expertise in electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting will play a crucial role in maintaining and reconditioning Caterpillar products. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic workshop environment, conducting inspections, performing repairs, and ensuring high-quality standards. With a focus on customer satisfaction and innovative solutions, you will be part of a team that values diversity and inclusivity. If you have a passion for mechanical fitting and a background in construction equipment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar industry with a focus on materials handling.
• Apprentice-trained or equivalent experience with construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections for repairs and refurbishment assessments.
• Perform diagnosis tests and create parts lists for machine preparation.
• Overhaul and repair machines to meet performance expectations.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Hydraulic Troubleshooting

Engine Troubleshooting

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Apprentice Training

5+ Years Experience in Similar Industry

Reach Truck License

Tools

Computerised Service Information Systems (SIS)

Specialised Equipment

Job description

Company: Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview:

Working within an industry-leading organisation at Finning, the world's largest CAT dealership, your role as Rebuild Repair Engineer will involve carrying out reconditioning and maintenance on Caterpillar products and supporting 2nd life overhauls within the Construction Equipment product group.

We seek a highly experienced and motivated individual with strong electrical, hydraulic, and engine troubleshooting skills, suited for a large workshop environment, responsible for repair and maintenance of CAT machinery.

Job Description:

Major Job Functions

1. Conduct detailed inspections of machines to verify or expand on initial field reports, enabling a commercial assessment for repairs, replacements, or refurbishment.
2. Perform diagnosis tests on machine components for accurate cost evaluation and to support condition and warranty assessments.
3. Create comprehensive parts and materials lists for machine preparation.
4. Undertake overhaul, repair, or refurbishment work according to the work plan, including component removal, dispatch, and reinstallation or repair.
5. Inspect and test completed machines to ensure they meet performance expectations.

Individual Competencies

• Customer Focus: Prioritize customer needs, build strong relationships, and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Innovative Thinking: Embrace continuous improvement, initiative-taking, and collaboration with diverse perspectives.
• Results Driven: Foster a sense of urgency, set priorities, and develop plans to achieve organizational goals.
• Courage: Address conflicts constructively, communicate effectively, and drive positive change.

Specific Skills

Flexibility, organizational and time management skills, excellent attention to detail, work accuracy, numeracy, and quality orientation. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Motivated, dynamic, with good planning and organizational capabilities, capable of working under pressure to deadlines. Effective problem-solving and analytical skills, positive attitude, customer focus, and rapport-building ability.

Knowledge

Deep understanding of service manuals, computerised Service Information Systems (SIS), tooling, specialised equipment, rigging, slinging, jacking procedures, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical fitting knowledge.

Accountability

Adhere to job times, ensure high-quality machine finishes, maintain machine availability, and uphold SHEQ standards with a tidy, safe working environment.

Education and Experience

Preferably with a background in materials handling, either apprentice-trained or with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar industry. A reach truck license is required. Practical experience with construction equipment in confined spaces and mechanical fitting on large machines.

If you are a Workshop Technician, HGV Mechanic, Construction Plant Fitter, or Diesel Fitter/Mechanic with experience on plant or agricultural machinery or HGVs, and are interested in joining an industry-leading organisation, apply online today.

At Finning, we value diversity and inclusivity, are an equal opportunity employer, and encourage all individuals to apply. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or disabilities. We are also a forces-friendly employer, committed to supporting those who serve or have served in the armed forces and their families. If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.