Workshop & Dismantle Engineer

Terberg DTS; Elland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle dismantling company in the UK seeks a skilled technician to dismantle and refurbish components from vehicles for scrappage. The role includes ensuring compliance with safety standards, inspecting parts for reuse, and maintaining a clean work environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong mechanical aptitude and relevant qualifications, with opportunities for professional development. Join us in ensuring top quality machinery reaches our customers and contribute to sustainable practices within the fleet.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 qualification in automotive or mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience with heavy vehicles or similar mechanical equipment.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Safely dismantle vehicles identified for scrappage following company procedures.
• Inspect and refurbish reusable components like 5th wheels and radiator packs.
• Maintain safe working environment and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lifting equipment

Job description

To safely dismantle and recover usable components from vehicles identified for scrappage, ensuring all activities are completed efficiently, safely, and in line with company standards. This position plays a key role in supporting the sustainability and efficiency of the Terberg fleet by removing, inspecting, and repurposing parts that can be utilised within live operational vehicles. The role also includes the overhaul, cleaning, and refurbishment of key mechanical and structural components, such as 5th wheels, radiator packs, and associated assemblies, ensuring that recovered parts are returned to service in a fully functional and compliant condition. Contributing to wider workshop operations by performing general mechanical tasks, inspections, repairs, and technical support as reasonably required to meet business needs. This is a hands‑on engineering position requiring strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and a methodical approach to dismantling, repair, and inspection tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely dismantle vehicles identified for end‑of‑life or scrappage, following company procedures and safety standards.
• Identify and remove components suitable for reuse, ensuring they are stored, labelled, and recorded appropriately.
• Conduct inspection, cleaning, and refurbishment of reusable components, including 5th wheels, radiator packs, brackets, pipework, hydraulic fittings, and other vehicle assemblies.
• Overhaul and prepare components for reinstallation, ensuring all parts meet operational and safety requirements before reuse.
• Liaise with the Workshop Engineers and Fleet Controllers to identify required parts or assemblies for reuse in the live fleet.
• Support inventory management by recording dismantled components, including condition and serial numbers, into the internal stock system.
• Assist in the diagnosis of component condition and suitability for reuse.
• Maintain an organised and safe working environment, ensuring dismantled vehicles and components are handled and stored appropriately.
• Operate tools and lifting equipment safely in line with company and statutory regulations.
• Support workshop projects, fleet repairs, and reassembly activities as required.
• Assist in the disposal of non‑reusable components in accordance with environmental standards and waste management policies.
• Contribute to process improvements related to dismantling, recycling, and component refurbishment.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across the Workshop, Quality, and Fleet departments to ensure all operations meet performance and quality objectives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work completed, including photographs and checklists where applicable.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties to support workshop operations and the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability.
• Ability to work methodically and with precision in dismantling and component inspection.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a wider engineering team.
• A proactive and safety‑conscious attitude.
• Willingness to support wider workshop activities as required.
• Minimum City & Guilds NVQ Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician or equivalent qualification in automotive or mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience working with heavy vehicles, plant, or similar mechanical equipment.
• Strong mechanical and technical knowledge, with the ability to strip, inspect, and rebuild major components.
• Previous experience in dismantling, refurbishment, or mechanical rebuild environments desirable.
• Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems advantageous.
• Competent use of hand and power tools, lifting equipment, and workshop machinery.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements within a workshop environment.
• Forklift licence preferred (training can be provided).
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A collaborative and safety focused work environment.
• The chance to be a key part of ensuring top quality machinery reaches our customers.
• If you are a detail orientated profession with a passion for quality and safety, we encourage you to apply for this role.