Glasgow Mechanical Engineer – Tool Hire & Training

Speedy Hire PLC; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Industry-leading work-life balance

Company pension and life assurance

Full product and technical training

Career development and progression

95% discount across the Speedy brand

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

My Staff Shop employee discounts

Green Commute Initiative

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Speedy Hire PLC in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer / Tool Hire Engineer to join our busy depot. You will service, repair and maintain power tools, lifting equipment and industrial machinery to ensure they're ready for customers.

The role covers fault-finding, planned maintenance and safety testing, with full product and technical training provided. A hands-on approach and good team working are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical engineering experience is essential.
• Experience in tool hire, plant hire, mechanical maintenance or workshop repairs.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and repair skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety.
• Basic computer skills and good communication skills.
• Hands-on, practical approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repairing and maintaining power tools, lifting equipment and industrial machinery.
• Diagnosing mechanical faults and carrying out repairs.
• Inspecting and testing equipment to ensure it's safe and ready for hire.
• Completing planned maintenance and prioritising repairs.
• Working with the depot team to minimise downtime and deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Fault-finding

Health & safety awareness

Communication skills

Hands-on approach

Tools

Power tools know-how

Workshop repairs

Job description

Speedy Hire PLC in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer / Tool Hire Engineer to join our busy depot. You will service, repair and maintain power tools, lifting equipment and industrial machinery to ensure they're ready for customers.

The role covers fault-finding, planned maintenance and safety testing, with full product and technical training provided. A hands-on approach and good team working are essential.