Workshop Service Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Workshop Service Engineer to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for those with a background in mechanical or electrical engineering, including experienced car mechanics or plant fitters looking to transition into powered access engineering. You will inspect, repair, and maintain a fleet of machines, ensuring they are operational and safe for customers. With comprehensive training provided, you will thrive in a supportive environment that values your skills and dedication. Enjoy competitive benefits, including life assurance and a healthcare plan, while working in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Benefits

life assurance (x2 contractual salary)

Westfield healthcare plan

25 days holiday

pension

Qualifications

• Relevant general engineering maintenance qualification, preferably NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in diesel engineering, auto electrics, hydraulics, and diagnostics fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Service Engineer in the effective running of the depot workshop.
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections and repair machines as required.
• Provide high standards of customer care and complete relevant paperwork.

Skills

mechanical engineering

electrical engineering

customer service

diagnostics fault finding

Education

NVQ level 3 in engineering

Tools

hydraulics

diesel engines

Job description

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We are looking for a keen and experienced service engineer, fitter, technician or mechanic to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is either an experienced powered access engineer OR maybe you are an experienced car mechanic, plant fitter or similar and want to do something a bit different.

As a Workshop Service Engineer for Nationwide Platforms, you will work within a busy depot to inspect, repair, and maintain our machines, ensuring they are ready for use by our customers. Our machines are powered access machines such as booms and scissor lifts, but don’t worry—full training will be provided. If you have a great attitude, are willing to learn, and have some mechanical/electrical engineering experience, this could be the role for you.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, life assurance (x2 contractual salary), Westfield healthcare plan, 25 days holiday, and a pension. Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5:30 pm.

Responsibilities include:

• Support the Senior Service Engineer in the effective running of the depot workshop within the region.
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDI) of machines at client premises and at depot as required, in conformance with manufacturer’s specifications, company policy, and regulations. Ensure there are no deficiencies or defects likely to affect safe operation. Notify the appropriate manager of any defective or unsafe equipment.
• Repair machines at depot or on-site as required to ensure conformance with manufacturer’s specifications and company policy.
• Complete planned maintenance activities, including maintaining the appearance of the fleet to corporate standards.
• Handover machines to customers and familiarize them with safe machine operation according to company procedures.
• Act as an ambassador for the company by providing high standards of customer care and politeness. Relay customer queries to depot staff as needed.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork, including engineer’s reports, off-hire, pre/delivery inspection, and service sheets.
• Update the system regarding machine status changes, such as PDI completion, repairs, or statutory inspections.

About you:

• Relevant general engineering maintenance qualification, preferably NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in diesel engineering, auto electrics, hydraulics, and diagnostics fault finding.
• A mature outlook with the ability to prioritize tasks and work well under pressure. Understands the importance of excellent customer service.

Nationwide Platforms is the market-leading powered access rental company in the UK, with a fleet of over 15,500 machines across 38 depots. It also has the largest powered access training department in Europe, offering comprehensive working at height training courses. Nationwide Platforms is part of Loxam, the largest equipment rental company in Europe.