Machine Prep Engineer - Heavy Equipment Specialist

SMT GB; Immingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

GP service 24/7

Pension with matched contributions

Cycle to Work scheme

EV salary sacrifice options

Employee discounts

Long service awards

Volunteer days

Christmas shutdown

Employee Council involvement

Job summary

SMT GB is seeking a Machine Preparation Centre Engineer to join our Immingham team. You will prepare, inspect, and commission Volvo Construction Equipment machines to high safety and quality standards, ensuring readiness for delivery and supporting continuous improvement.

You will work with hydraulic and electrical systems, perform inspections, and coordinate with colleagues while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance or related discipline.
• Experience preparing, servicing, or repairing heavy plant equipment.
• Full UK driving licence desirable; welding experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections, machine preparation, commissioning and fit customer-specified attachments.
• Complete inspections, software updates, and documentation to OEM and customer requirements.
• Identify and report defects or additional work to ensure timely resolution.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas to high health, safety and quality standards.
• Support colleagues, mentor trainees, and participate in technical training.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance

Tools

Welding

Job description

SMT GB is seeking a Machine Preparation Centre Engineer to join our Immingham team. You will prepare, inspect, and commission Volvo Construction Equipment machines to high safety and quality standards, ensuring readiness for delivery and supporting continuous improvement.

You will work with hydraulic and electrical systems, perform inspections, and coordinate with colleagues while maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and engineering excellence.