Machine Preparation Engineer

SMT GB; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing: Health Cash Plan

Pension scheme with matched contrib.

Cycle to Work scheme

EV salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Refer-a-friend bonuses

Long service awards

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

SMT GB in Immingham is seeking a Machine Preparation Centre Engineer to prepare, inspect, and commission Volvo Construction Equipment machines to high safety and quality standards. You'll ensure each unit is fully prepared, configured, and ready for delivery, supporting continuous improvement within the Preparation Centre.

Youll work as part of a hands-on team, perform PDIs, software updates, and document all work while maintaining strict adherence to OEM and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural Engineering, HGV Mechanics, or equivalent.
• Experience repairing/servicing/heavy plant equipment with diagnostic and problem-solving skills across hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Strong communication, organisational, and teamwork skills with attention to detail.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use email and digital systems; continuous improvement mindset.
• Full UK driving licence is desirable; welding experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDI), machine preparation, commissioning, and fitting customer-specified attachments.
• Complete inspections, software updates, documentation, and PDA inputs to meet OEM/customer requirements before release.
• Identify and report defects or additional work needs to ensure timely resolutions.
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas to high standards in line with Health & Safety, COSHH, quality and environmental procedures.
• Support colleagues, mentor trainees, attend technical training, and contribute to Centre success.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Basic IT skills

Full UK driving licence (desirable)

Education

NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds (or equivalent)

Plant Maintenance qualification

Agricultural Engineering qualification

HGV Mechanics qualification

Job description

SMT is a leading full-service distribution company specializing in machinery and trucks. Our focus is on providing equipment for the construction, material handling, recycling, and transport industry. Launched in 2010, we have already obtained a significant heritage that dates back to 1946. Our mix of agility and international experience gives us the advantage of a synergetic environment. We are active in large parts of Africa, Belgium & Luxembourg, Great Britain, the Netherlands, and in US.

Job Title: Machine Preparation Engineer

Location: Immingham

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

About The Role

We're looking for a Machine Preparation Centre (MPC) Engineer to join our team in Immingham. In this hands‑on role, you'll be responsible for preparing, inspecting, and commissioning new Volvo Construction Equipment machines to the highest standards of safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Working as part of the Machine Preparation Centre team, you'll ensure every machine is fully prepared, configured, and ready for delivery, while supporting continuous improvement and maintaining SMT GB's commitment to engineering excellence.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out pre‑delivery inspections (PDI), machine preparation, commissioning activities, and fitting customer‑specified attachments and accessories.
• Completing all inspections, software updates, documentation, and PDA inputs accurately, ensuring machines meet OEM and customer requirements before release.
• Identifying and reporting defects, additional work requirements, or technical concerns to ensure issues are resolved efficiently.
• Maintaining company tools, equipment, and work areas to high standards while complying with all Health & Safety, COSHH, quality, and environmental procedures.
• Supporting colleagues, mentoring trainees where required, attending technical training courses, and contributing to the overall success of the Preparation Centre.

What You'll Need

We're looking for a motivated and detail‑focused engineer with experience in the repair, maintenance, or preparation of heavy construction plant, agricultural machinery, HGVs, or similar equipment. You'll have a strong understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems, a commitment to quality workmanship, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment.

• A recognised engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural Engineering, HGV Mechanics, or a related discipline (e.g. NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience preparing, servicing, or repairing heavy plant equipment, with good diagnostic and problem‑solving skills across hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Strong communication, organisational, and teamwork skills, with a proactive approach and excellent attention to detail.
• Basic IT skills, including the ability to use email, digital systems, and technical documentation, alongside a continuous improvement mindset.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable, while welding experience would be advantageous. Flexibility to attend training courses, work occasional overtime, and stay away from home when required is also essential.

What's in it for You?

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: Health Cash Plan, 24/7 GP service, free physiotherapy access, and a wide range of wellbeing support.
• Family & Lifestyle Support: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, paternity and adoption leave, IVF support, and retirement benefits.
• Financial Benefits: Pension with up to 5% matched contributions, Cycle to Work scheme, EV salary sacrifice schemes, and employee discounts.
• Recognition & Community: Refer‑a‑friend bonuses, long service awards, volunteering days, and recognition through our Caring, Daring, Sharing awards programme.
• Additional Perks: Christmas shutdown as part of your annual leave entitlement, plus opportunities to get involved through our Employee Council and Social Committee.

Closing date & interview process

We review applications on an ongoing basis and may close this advert early if sufficient suitable applications are received. Early application is therefore encouraged.

Please note that SMT are unable to provide sponsorship for this role

Our values

Our way of working as a professional community, can be best described as Caring, Daring and Sharing. Caring because we are service‑minded, and we always like to go the extra mile for our customers and give our people the attention and care they deserve. Daring because we are innovative in our business, constantly looking for smart improvement. And finally Sharing because we realise we’re doing this together; with our clients, with a great team of skilled specialists, excellent manufacturers and reliable suppliers. These values create an engaging environment for passionate people who like to work in a place with purpose.

SMT does not accept unsolicited CVs or applications from headhunters, recruitment agencies, selection agencies, or any other third party, unless prior written consent has been given by SMT. These parties are not permitted to submit CVs or applications to SMT or its employees in any form, including, but not limited to, email, social media or online platforms, whether directly or indirectly.

Any CVs or applications submitted in breach of this policy will be treated as unsolicited and will not create any obligation for SMT. SMT will not acknowledge or accept any claim for compensation, costs or fees arising from such submissions. SMT also expressly reserves the right to contact any candidates directly, without this creating any obligation towards the party that submitted their details.