Workshop Engineer

K and D Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier in lifting and access equipment is seeking an experienced engineer to join their workshop in the United Kingdom. The role involves installation, testing, and refurbishment of machinery, along with providing technical support to field engineers. This position offers full training and a supportive environment with opportunities for career development. Benefits include holidays, healthcare options, and a pension contribution.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Healthcare option

On-site sports facilities

4% employer/employee pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience working with safety systems and machinery calibration.
• Proficient in diagnosing faults and providing technical support.
• Strong commitment to maintaining workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Install safety systems, calibrate, and test machinery.
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections on equipment.
• Refurbish and repair older machinery.
• Maintain accurate records of engineering work.
• Support training of staff in customer-focused engineering.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience (12/24v DC automotive / plant systems)

Ability to read and work from electrical and hydraulic diagrams

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and commitment to quality work

Understanding of health & safety requirements

Customer-facing and administrative skills

Driving licence

Team player

Experience with communication systems (e.g., CAN bus)

Education

Level 2 or 3 engineering qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading supplier of lifting and access equipment across the UK and Europe, is seeking an experienced and motivated engineer to join their busy workshop team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an electrically biased engineer to work on new build machinery, complete pre-delivery inspections, and support the maintenance and refurbishment of equipment. Full training on all equipment will be provided.

Benefits

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays
• Healthcare option
• On-site sports facilities
• 4% employer/employee pension contribution

Key Responsibilities

• Installation of safety systems, calibration, and testing of machinery
• Prepare equipment for delivery, including decals, testing, and paint touch-ups
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections on incoming and outgoing equipment
• Refurbish and repair older machines
• Diagnose faults and provide technical support to field engineers
• Assist training staff in delivering customer-focused engineering training
• Support R&D and dealer network with maintenance and testing
• Maintain accurate records of engineering work, health & safety, and customer service
• Promote and maintain high standards of workplace health & safety

Skills & Experience Required

• Electrical engineering experience (12/24v DC automotive / plant systems)
• Ability to read and work from electrical and hydraulic diagrams
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Level 2 or 3 engineering qualification
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality work
• Understanding of health & safety requirements
• Customer-facing and administrative skills
• Driving licence
• Team player
• Experience with communication systems (e.g., CAN bus) is desirable but not essential

Why Apply

• Join a fast-growing, innovative company in the lifting and access equipment sector
• Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment
• Opportunity for career development and training
• The company values and supports ex-military personnel

Interested? Then please apply here today