Hire Engineer

Kohler (Rehlko); Walkden; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Death in Service cover

Company vehicle

Training and development

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Shift Engineer to maintain and support its fleet of generators (20-1500kVA) across the region. You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, diagnose faults, and assist mobile engineers as needed.

The role requires hands-on experience, a full UK driving licence, and a proactive approach to safety. A company vehicle is provided along with training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
• Hands-on experience with generators (20-1500kVA) is highly desirable.
• Strong fault-finding skills and ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points); towing experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on diesel generators.
• Diagnose faults and complete breakdown repairs.
• 12 hours per shift on a 4 on / 4 off rota.
• Support mobile engineers in the field using a company vehicle.
• Work with Coordinators to ensure smooth scheduling and handovers.
• Collect parts from local suppliers as required.
• Maintain accurate job records in the in-house system.
• Follow health, safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

NVQ Level 3

Fault-finding skills

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 3 in mechanical or electrical discipline

Job description

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

As a Shift Engineer, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and supporting our fleet of Rehlko and Kohler generators (20-1500kVA), helping to ensure essential infrastructure remains operational across the region.

The Role

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on diesel generators.
• Diagnose faults and complete breakdown repairs.
• 12 hours per shift, on a 4 on / 4 off rota.
• Support mobile engineers in the field on occasion using a company vehicle.
• Work closely with Coordinators to ensure smooth scheduling and effective handovers.
• Collect parts from local suppliers when required.
• Maintain accurate job records using our in-house system.
• Always follow company health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 (or time-served) in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
• Previous hands-on experience with generators (20-1500kVA) is highly desirable.
• Strong fault-finding skills with the ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence (max 6 points) - towing experience is an advantage, with training available.
• Confident communicator with the ability to work both within a team and unsupervised.
• Capable of completing risk assessments and adhering to safe systems of work.

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary (Engineering Levels 1-4 DOE)
• Overtime paid after 46 hours
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Death in Service cover
• Company vehicle (from yard)
• Comprehensive internal systems and product training
• Access to our Outstanding Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose-Creating an energy resilient world for a better future-and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.

Our Values

• Curiosity - Seek, learn, share
• Trust - Go farther together
• Pace - Focus to go faster
• Excellence - Find the win every day