Preventative Maintenance Engineer

Finning; Swindon; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Finning as a Preventative Maintenance Engineer where you'll perform essential repairs and maintenance on machinery. You will participate in preventative servicing and inspections in the field and benefit from a competitive salary, generous perks, and leading industry training. This role offers a path for professional development in the plant industry.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus purchase option

Annual bonus

Annual tool allowance

Healthcare benefits

Company share scheme

Up to 7% pension

Life insurance

Laptop, phone, and van

Industry leading training

Overtime options

Qualifications

• Direct experience (around 3 years) in engineering or vehicle maintenance.
• Formal training in health & safety is desirable.
• Ability to carry out preventive maintenance servicing.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing according to manufacturers' guidelines.
• Perform visual/mechanical analysis of machinery.
• Complete minor repairs and installation of telematics.

Skills

Knowledge of Engines

Knowledge of Hydraulics

Knowledge of Powertrain

Knowledge of Electrics/Electronics

Education

C&G Level 1 or formal apprenticeship qualification

Job description

Preventative Maintenance Engineer, Swindon

Client:

Finning

Location:

Swindon, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

7e39493ab47c

Job Views:

5

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Description: Rollo has a long, established and successful heritage in the construction plant and power generation industries. As a part of the Finning Group, Rollo has access to the skills and expertise of one of the premium service providers in the plant and power generation industry, benefiting from world-class facilities, the latest technology and training, tooling, and industry leading safety and quality processes.

Major Job Functions

1. Preventative Maintenance Servicing (carrying out routine servicing of equipment in line with manufacturers guidelines, taking routine oil samples) 75%
2. Machine Inspection (carry out visual / mechanical analysis of machine condition highlighting developing issues with systems and components including hydraulic, electrical, powertrain, mechanical) 20%
3. Minor Repairs (complete minor repairs as identified during machine inspection, carry out installation of telematic systems, carry out undercarriage inspections) 5%

As a Finning employee, you will receive:

• Salary £33,970
• 25 days holiday (purchase up to 5 extra days holiday)
• Annual Bonus
• Annual Tool Allowance
• Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents)
• Access to company share scheme
• Up to 7% pension
• Life insurance
• Laptop and phone, van
• Industry leading CAT product training
• Overtime

Additional Benefits

Additionally, you will benefit from enhanced maternity and paternity packages, family-friendly policies to support working parents, enhanced flexible working options, support from a team of 40+ Mental Health first aiders, employee wellbeing solutions, the opportunity to work with your charity of choice, and length of service & recognition awards.

*This is a field-based role. It is essential that all drivers have held a full driving licence for 2 years.*

*Working Hours - 43hrs per week (flexi start and finish times). Working pattern Monday – Friday (working 1 Saturday in 3, at overtime rate)

Specific Skills

The job requires a basic knowledge of the four main product elements (Engines, Hydraulics, Powertrain, and Vehicle Electrics/Electronics) relating to servicing and repair of heavy mobile plant or similar (e.g., Heavy Goods Vehicle).

Accountability

To attend customer locations as advised by the controller, to carry out preventive maintenance servicing. To liaise with service controller and customer both at the outset and as work progresses. To ensure that all work is carried out to high standards and that equipment is safe before handing back to the customer. Ensure equipment is serviced in line with manufacturers' recommendations and that all associated paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner, including recording customer signatures. Take proper care of company vehicle and equipment.

Education and Experience

Either direct experience (around 3 years) or working in a related engineering function, e.g., car mechanic, HGV fitter, Agricultural Engineer, former REME, or experience on military vehicles such as recovery mechanic, or a formal apprenticeship qualification that includes at least C&G level 1. Formal training in health & Safety desirable but not essential as further training will be given.

This position is a great opportunity for engineers with transferable skills looking to get into the plant industry. Training for the role will be provided, and there are opportunities for employees in this role to progress into a field service position in the future following further development.

If you would like to work for a global organization offering industry leading training and a competitive package, then apply online today!

Finning prioritizes creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, or disabilities. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. Finning is a forces-friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant.