Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Finning International; Bedford; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction and power generation industries is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Engineer. You will work to ensure equipment availability through routine maintenance and inspections while promoting safety. Join a team that values diversity and offers growth opportunities in a field-based role.

Benefits

25 days holiday (extra up to 5 days)

Annual Bonus

Tool Allowance

Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry)

Company share scheme

Up to 7% pension

Life insurance

Laptop, phone, van

Industry-leading CAT training

Flexible working

Qualifications

• About 3 years' experience or relevant engineering background.
• Experience as a mechanic, HGV fitter, or agricultural engineer preferred.
• Training will be provided with opportunities for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and machine inspections.
• Attend customer sites and liaise with service controller.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain company vehicle.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Engines

Hydraulics

Powertrain

Vehicle Electronics/Electrics

Education

Formal apprenticeship with C&G Level 1

Job description

Company: Finning (UK) Ltd

Number of Openings: 1

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: As a Preventative Maintenance Engineer, you will work with the controller to maximize equipment availability through routine and preventative maintenance, machine inspections, and minor repairs. You will promote safety by servicing products in a manner that ensures safety for yourself and the customer.

Location: St Neots / Biggleswade / Huntingdon / Letchworth

Job Description: Rollo, part of the Finning Group, has a strong heritage in construction and power generation industries. We leverage world-class facilities, technology, training, tooling, and safety and quality processes to serve our clients effectively.

Major Job Functions:

1. Preventative Maintenance Servicing (routine servicing, oil samples) – 75%
2. Machine Inspection (visual/mechanical analysis) – 20%
3. Minor Repairs (minor repairs, telematic systems, undercarriage inspections) – 5%

Benefits:

• Salary GBP33,970
• 25 days holiday (extra up to 5 days)
• Annual Bonus, Tool Allowance
• Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, parental support)
• Company share scheme, up to 7% pension, life insurance
• Laptop, phone, van, industry-leading CAT training, overtime

Additional benefits include enhanced family policies, flexible working, mental health support, wellbeing solutions, charity opportunities, and recognition awards.

This is a field-based role. A full driving license held for at least 2 years is required, subject to DVLA check.

Working Hours: 43 hours/week, flexible start/end times, Monday-Friday, 1 Saturday in 3 at overtime rate.

Specific Skills: Basic knowledge of Engines, Hydraulics, Powertrain, and Vehicle Electronics/Electrics related to heavy mobile plant servicing and repair.

Accountability: Attend customer sites, perform preventive maintenance, liaise with service controller and customers, ensure work standards and safety, complete paperwork accurately, and maintain company vehicle and equipment.

Education and Experience: About 3 years' experience or relevant engineering background (e.g., mechanic, HGV fitter, agricultural engineer, military vehicle experience). Formal apprenticeship with C&G Level 1 preferred. Training will be provided, with opportunities for career progression.

Finning values diversity and inclusion, is an equal opportunity employer, and supports individuals with disabilities. We are also a forces-friendly employer, signed to the Armed Forces Covenant.