MPC Quality Engineer

SMT GB; Immingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Quality and Support Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring high standards of safety and quality in workshop operations. This position combines hands-on engineering with leadership, guiding a team of semi-skilled engineers while conducting inspections and supporting machine preparation. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and personal growth, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive environment. Elevate your career in quality engineering and thrive in a community that values innovation and excellence.

Benefits

5% Employer Pension Contribution

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Annual Salary

Financial/Mental Health Counselling

Free Will Writing Service

24/7 Doctor Access

Healthshield - Cashplan

Family Friendly Policies

Company Events

Qualifications

• Recognized qualification in plant or HGV mechanics required.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of construction equipment essential.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day workshop operations ensuring safety and compliance.
• Lead investigations into Delivery Discrepancy Reports and achieve KPI targets.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Technical Documentation Understanding

Education

Qualification in Plant or HGV Mechanics

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

About The Role

Are you an experienced and proactive engineer who takes pride in delivering quality? SMT GB is looking for a Quality and Support Engineer to join our team in Duxford. This role is crucial in supporting the smooth operation of our workshop, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and compliance are consistently met.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background who's ready to step into a role that combines hands-on engineering with quality monitoring, team guidance, and workshop support.

What you'll be doing:

• Support the day-to-day running of the workshop, ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with process.
• Lead investigations and responses to Delivery Discrepancy Reports (DDRs) and work towards achieving annual KPI targets.
• Conduct a percentage of machine storage inspections and support with final outgoing machine checks.
• Carry out PDIs, local preparations, and optional fitments on Volvo machines (e.g., Q-fits, reverse cameras, radios).
• Assist and monitor five semi-skilled engineers, ensuring a high standard of workmanship and safe methods of work.
• Deputise for the Workshop Supervisor as needed, including leading team operations.
• Liaise with customers and internal teams to ensure timely and high-quality machine preparation.
• Promote and uphold health, safety, and housekeeping standards across the workshop.

Requirements

What we're looking for:

• A recognised qualification in plant or HGV mechanics.
• Proven experience in the maintenance and repair of construction equipment, with strong skills across diesel engines, hydraulics, electrics and diagnostics.
• Root cause analysis skills with the ability to issue corrective actions and prevent reoccurrence.
• A confident communicator with good team leadership qualities and the ability to support and train others.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards under pressure.
• Comfortable using PowerPoint or similar to support basic reporting and feedback sessions.
• A full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Strong understanding of technical literature and service documentation.
• Knowledge of UK health and safety standards, COSHH regulations and safe workshop practice.

Why Join SMT GB?

We're not just a workplace; we're a community that values teamwork, innovation, and personal growth. Join us and be part of a supportive environment where you can thrive in your career while making a real impact!

Ready to elevate your career in quality engineering? Apply now!

Benefits

What We Offer You:

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• 5% Employer Pension contribution
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance 4 x annual salary
• Financial/Physical/Mental Health Counselling and Coaching sessions
• Free Will writing service
• EAP, which includes 24/7 Doctor access
• Healthshield - Cashplan for all employees
• Family Friendly policies
• Company events