Plant Engineer

Lloyds British Group Ltd; Erith; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Canteen facilities

80% discount across Speedy brand

Training & progression

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Green commuting support

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Speedy is seeking a Plant Engineer in Erith to perform servicing, fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance on our hire fleet. You will work with depot teams to ensure equipment is kept safe, reliable and ready for customers.

The role requires a strong mechanical background, hands-on troubleshooting of small engines, and experience with plant equipment. 40-hour week, with standard hours 07:30–16:00 on-site.

Qualifications

• A strong mechanical engineering background.
• Practical experience repairing small engines and mechanical equipment.
• Experience maintaining and repairing plant or similar equipment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance across depot equipment.
• Coordinate with Drivers and Hire Desk to prioritise repairs and keep fleet safe and available.

Skills

Mechanical background

Small engine repair

Fault finding

Plant equipment maintenance

Plant hire industry experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 / City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a

Plant Engineer

to join our team in

Plant Engineer – Erith

Location:

Erith

Working Hours:

07:30 – 16:00

Contractual Hours:

40 hours per week

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a

Plant Engineer

to join our team in

Erith

.

This is a hands-on engineering role with responsibility for the

inspection, testing, maintenance and repair of plant and hire equipment

, ensuring all equipment is maintained to a high standard and that work is completed safely and in line with Speedy’s safety requirements.

We’re particularly interested in candidates with a

strong mechanical background and practical experience repairing small engines and mechanical equipment

. Previous experience within the plant hire industry would be beneficial, but we’re also keen to hear from mechanically skilled candidates from similar engineering environments.

What you’ll be doing

On a day-to-day basis, you’ll work alongside other Engineers within the depot, carrying out servicing, fault finding, repairs and preventative maintenance across our equipment.

You’ll also work closely with our Drivers and Hire Desk team to ensure equipment repairs and maintenance are prioritised effectively, helping us keep our fleet safe, reliable and available for our customers.

What you’ll need

• A strong

  mechanical engineering background

• Practical experience of

  small engine repairs, servicing and fault finding

• Proven ability to maintain and repair mechanical or plant equipment to a high standard
• Previous experience within the

  plant hire industry or a similar engineering environment

  would be advantageous
• NVQ Level 2, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable
• A practical, hands-on approach to diagnosing and resolving faults
• A flexible and collaborative approach to supporting the wider depot team
• Ability to support your business unit and 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 across a wide range of retailers and suppliers
• Green Commute Initiative – cycle-to-work support
• PAM Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing free and confidential support and counselling on matters including wellbeing, legal and financial concerns

Speedy operates an industry-leading Work Life Balance initiative

, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing and identifying more balanced working patterns. Talk to us about the range of flexible working arrangements available, including flexible start and finish times, shorter days, term-time hours and job-share opportunities.

Speedy also offers a Career Line of Sight

, providing colleagues with a clear understanding of opportunities for progression and development across the Speedy Group.

Please be aware that Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies earlier than the advertised closing date where we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore recommend applying as soon as possible if you would like to be considered.

Some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check.

The Speedy Group is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do the best work of their lives with us.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity or disability.

All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of the right to work in the UK by the start of employment.