Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Finning Canada; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction plant and power generation industries seeks a Preventative Maintenance Engineer. This role involves ensuring operational availability through routine maintenance and inspections, while promoting safety and efficiency on customer sites. The position offers training opportunities and potential for career growth.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus up to 5 extra days)

Annual Bonus

Annual Tool Allowance

Healthcare

Company share scheme

Up to 7% pension

Life insurance

Laptop, phone, van

Industry-leading CAT training

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Approximately 3 years of relevant experience or related engineering work.
• Formal apprenticeship with C&G Level 1.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and machine inspections.
• Identify issues impacting equipment availability.
• Serve as an ambassador for safety.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Engines

Hydraulics

Powertrain

Vehicle Electrics/Electronics

Education

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 in conjunction with the controller to maximise the operational availability of equipment for the customer through timely and efficient routine and preventative maintenance servicing and machine inspections. You will identify possible issues that may impact availability and carry out minor repairs as requested. You will also serve as an ambassador for safety, ensuring the servicing promotes safety for yourself and the customer.

Location

- St Neots / Biggleswade / Huntingdon / Letchworth

Job Description:

Rollo has a long, established heritage in the construction plant and power generation industries. As part of the Finning Group, Rollo benefits from world-class facilities, the latest technology, training, tooling, and industry-leading safety and quality processes.

Major Job Functions

• Preventative Maintenance Servicing (routine servicing, oil samples) - 75%
• Machine Inspection (visual/mechanical analysis, highlighting issues) - 20%
• Minor Repairs (minor repairs, telematic systems, undercarriage inspections) - 5%

Benefits:

• Salary £33,970
• 25 days holiday (plus up to 5 extra days)
• Annual Bonus
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Healthcare (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, parental support)
• Company share scheme
• Up to 7% pension
• Life insurance
• Laptop, phone, van
• Industry-leading CAT training
• Overtime opportunities

Additional benefits include enhanced maternity/paternity packages, flexible working, mental health support, wellbeing solutions, charity opportunities, and recognition awards.

*This is a field-based role. All drivers must hold a full driving license for 2 years (DVLA check required).

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

Specific Skills

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

Accountability

Attend customer sites, perform preventative maintenance, liaise with service controller and customer, ensure high standards and safety, complete paperwork accurately, and maintain company vehicle and equipment.

Education and Experience

Approximately 3 years of relevant experience or related engineering work (e.g., car mechanic, HGV fitter, agricultural engineer, REME, military vehicles), or formal apprenticeship with C&G Level 1. Health & Safety training is desirable but not essential; further training provided.

This role offers a great opportunity for engineers with transferable skills to enter the plant industry, with training provided and potential for career progression.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. Finning is an equal opportunity employer and a forces-friendly organization committed to reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please inform us if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.