Generator Depot Engineer

Pertemps Cardiff; Bryncethin; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power solutions provider is seeking a Generator Depot Engineer to service and maintain generators in South Wales. You will support the Generator Engineer Foreman and the Rental team while also ensuring health and safety compliance. Applicants should have a relevant mechanical or electrical engineering qualification and a full driving licence. This full-time position offers excellent career progression opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

23 days holiday per year

Company pension scheme

Private health and life assurance

Excellent development and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, Plant, or similar.
• Full driving licence essential.
• Forklift licence beneficial.
• Experience in a workshop environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and ensure the overall upkeep of generators.
• Provide general support in the yard, including loading and offloading equipment.
• Install and synchronise generator packages on-site and within the depot.

Skills

Mechanical/Electrical Engineering qualification

Experience with generators or large diesel engines

Full driving licence

Forklift licence

Experience in a workshop environment

CSCS card

Ability to work independently

Flexible approach

Education

Relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, Plant, or similar

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position: Generator Depot Engineer

Salary: £28,000 - £30,000

Hours: Full-time, Permanent - 8am to 5pm (40-hour week)

Location: South Wales

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday per year (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private health and life assurance
• Excellent development and career progression opportunities

Job Overview:

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading power solutions provider and work with the largest generator specialist in the Southwest. In this role, you'll support the Generator Engineer Foreman and Rental team with the preparation, testing, and repair of generator sets. The position is primarily depot-based, with occasional travel to sites when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and ensure the overall upkeep and appearance of generators (15KVA+), following recommended service schedules.
• Provide general support in the yard, including loading and offloading equipment.
• Operate a forklift when needed.
• Re-book generators into stock.
• Carry out servicing and repairs off site when required.
• Participate in the engineers' call-out rota (currently 1 week in 5), subject to training.
• Install and synchronise generator packages both on-site and within the depot.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies, maintaining tidy and safe work areas, including company vehicles.
• Comply with company quality and safety procedures, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience:

• A relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, Plant, or similar (City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent), or experience working with generators or large diesel engines.
• Full driving licence essential (towing categories preferred).
• Forklift licence beneficial (training can be provided).
• Experience in a workshop environment is an advantage.
• CSCS card preferred but not essential (training available).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to meet business needs.

Apply!

If this role sounds of interest please click apply to send your CV, or if you have any questions please contact Kirk at Pertemps (phone number removed)