Diesel Generator Technician - Training & Growth

Keyplant Automation Ltd; St Helens; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Career progression within a growing b

Job summary

Key Plant Welderentals is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic / Fitter to join our workshop team in Bold, St Helens. You will service, maintain and repair diesel-powered welding generators and power generation equipment, ensuring reliability for our rental fleet.

The role requires 3+ years of diesel engine experience, strong fault-finding skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience working on diesel engines, generators, plant or heavy equipment.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding skills.
• Experience servicing power generation equipment.
• Good understanding of electrical systems and diagnostics.
• Field service experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and service diesel generators and power generation equipment.
• Carry out preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Test, inspect and prepare equipment for rental and sale.
• Complete service records and workshop documentation.
• Support customer requirements both in the workshop and occasionally on-site.
• Assist with stock control and workshop housekeeping.
• Operate forklifts and lifting equipment where authorised.

Skills

Diesel engines

Fault finding

Maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Key Plant Welderentals is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic / Fitter to join our workshop team in Bold, St Helens. You will service, maintain and repair diesel-powered welding generators and power generation equipment, ensuring reliability for our rental fleet.

The role requires 3+ years of diesel engine experience, strong fault-finding skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent is preferred.