Diesel Mechanic / Fitter

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

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 08:00 - 17:00

Fridays - 08:00 - 15:30

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, with overtime opportunities available.

About Us

Key Plant Welderentals is a leading provider of specialist welding and fabrication rental equipment, supporting major industrial projects throughout the UK and internationally.

Our fleet includes welding generators, diesel power generation equipment, welding equipment, induction heating systems and welding automation equipment. We are committed to delivering reliable, high-quality equipment backed by industry-leading service and support.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic / Fitter to join our workshop team in Bold, St Helens.

The primary focus of this role is the servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of our diesel-powered welding generators and power generation equipment. The successful candidate will also support wider workshop activities as required.

As a growing business, we are committed to investing in our people and providing opportunities for training, development and career progression.

Key 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.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Generator manufacturer training or experience.
• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• Field service experience.

Benefits

• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Career progression within a growing business.