Plant Engineer

Lloyds British Group Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire provider in the UK is seeking a Plant Engineer in Edinburgh. The role involves ensuring the safety and compliance of plant equipment through inspection, testing, and maintenance. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a flexible approach to work. The company offers various benefits, including holidays, pension, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Canteen facilities

95% discount across the Speedy brand

Training and development opportunities

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Green Commute Initiative

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven ability to test and repair plant equipment to high standards.
• Technical/engineering background is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of plant hire equipment.
• Work with engineers, drivers, and hire desk team to prioritize repairs.

Skills

Testing and Repairing Plant Equipment

Team Support

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2

City & Guilds in a relevant discipline

Job description

Job Title - Plant Engineer

Location - Edinburgh

Working Hours - Mon - Fri, 07:30 - 17:00 - 42 hours per week

Salary - £28,589 per annum, pro rata

Speedy is the UK’s leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services – everything for every job!

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Plant Engineer to oversee the inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of plant hire equipment in the region. The role ensures all work is performed safely and complies with Speedy safety standards.

On a daily basis, you will work directly with other engineers in the depot, liaising with drivers and the hire desk team to prioritize repairs and maintenance effectively.

What you’ll need:

• Proven ability to test and repair plant equipment to high standards, preferably within the hire industry or similar
• NVQ Level 2 or City & Guilds in a relevant discipline
• A technical/engineering background is desirable
• Flexible approach to working hours
• Ability to support your team in delivering our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver

What we offer:

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Pension scheme
• Canteen facilities
• 95% discount across the Speedy brand
• Opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan
• My Staff Shop discounts and offers
• Green Commute Initiative for cycling
• PAM – Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support and counselling

Speedy values work/life balance and offers flexible working arrangements, including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term-time hours, and job share opportunities. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us.

We also provide a Career Line of Sight to help you understand the pathways for growth within the Speedy Group.

Please note, we reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend applying promptly.

Some roles may require a DBS, Credit, or Security Clearance Check. Speedy is committed to diversity and inclusion, embracing all backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment.

For our ESG policies, please visit: https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

All applicants will be considered regardless of ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability. Proof of right to work in the UK is required at the start of employment.