Lead Generator & Rental Power Engineer

Finning International Inc.; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning Power Rental is seeking a hands-on engineer to support a broad range of electric power projects across the UK and Ireland. You will inspect, service, and maintain generators, load banks, transformers, fuel tanks and ancillaries, ensuring equipment is ready for rental with complete documentation.

The role requires strong analytical, communication, and mentoring skills, plus extensive field experience in mechanical/electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship trained with NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical or Electronic) or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety.
• Driver's license.
• 5+ years experience in the Rental energy sector or similar role.
• Safe pass (ROI) or CSCS (UK) required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and maintain rental equipment per schedules.
• Complete ready-to-rent tasks and document data in CAT inspection system.
• Complete the rental returns process and document data in CAT inspection system.
• Setup equipment per customer requirements and project drawings from Application Engineering.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems quickly and safely.
• Support logistics for inbound and outbound equipment.
• Lead site installation, commissioning and decommissioning of rental solutions.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and risk assessments.
• Mentor Finning Power Rental engineering team and subcontractors.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Autonomy

Leadership

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Customer focus

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical or Electronic)

Driver's license

Safe pass (ROI) or CSCS (UK)

Offshore certifications

Apprenticeship trained

Job description

Finning Power Rental is seeking a hands-on engineer to support a broad range of electric power projects across the UK and Ireland. You will inspect, service, and maintain generators, load banks, transformers, fuel tanks and ancillaries, ensuring equipment is ready for rental with complete documentation.

The role requires strong analytical, communication, and mentoring skills, plus extensive field experience in mechanical/electrical systems.