Workshop Engineer – Heavy Plant Diagnostics & PDIs

We Are Workforce Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

Up to 27 days annual leave

Ongoing manufacturer training

Mentoring from senior managers

Career progression

Industry-leading equipment

Job summary

McHale Komatsu is seeking a skilled Workshop Engineer for our Cardiff Depot to service, maintain and repair a wide range of construction equipment. You will perform inspections, diagnostics and pre-delivery checks, ensuring machines leave the workshop to the highest standard.

Working with an experienced team, you’ll access quality tooling and ongoing training to develop your technical skills while handling leading industry equipment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plant Maintenance or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working on heavy plant or construction equipment.
• Good knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Experience using workshop equipment and tooling.
• Welding and oxy-acetylene experience would be advantageous.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• A proactive approach with high standards of workmanship and attention to detail.
• Good communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair Komatsu and other construction equipment.
• Complete pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) and machine modifications.
• Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
• Carry out repairs, overhauls and component rebuilds.
• Complete post-repair testing and inspections to ensure machines meet performance standards.
• Identify and order parts required for repairs.
• Complete all service documentation accurately and on time.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.

Skills

Fault finding

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Communication skills

IT skills

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Plant Maintenance

Tools

Workshop tooling

Job description

McHale Komatsu is seeking a skilled Workshop Engineer for our Cardiff Depot to service, maintain and repair a wide range of construction equipment. You will perform inspections, diagnostics and pre-delivery checks, ensuring machines leave the workshop to the highest standard.

Working with an experienced team, you’ll access quality tooling and ongoing training to develop your technical skills while handling leading industry equipment.