Job Title: Workshop Engineer
Location: East Grinstead
Salary: £32,860 - £37,785 Per Annum
Hours: Monday - Friday (8am-5pm)
Holidays: 23 days bank holidays (rising with service)
Benefits: EOT bonus scheme, private medical cover, life assurance, pension, career progression, employee ownership model
Workshop Engineer Overview:Join one of the UK’s leading generator hire companies as a Workshop Engineer. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a background in diesel engines or plant maintenance, looking to work within a supportive, employee-owned business that values development and teamwork.
As a Workshop Engineer, you’ll carry out the servicing, repair, and upkeep of diesel generators, both in the depot and occasionally on-site, helping ensure our fleet is always operating at its best.
Workshop Engineer Responsibilities:Generator Maintenance & Repairs:
Perform servicing and preventative maintenance on diesel-powered generators
Carry out mechanical repairs on rental equipment and customer units
Follow manufacturer service schedules and maintain equipment logsYard Operations:
Assist with loading/offloading, general yard duties, and forklift operation
Support basic maintenance tasks and maintain a tidy, safe working environmentDeliveries & Site Support:
Deliver and collect generators and ancillaries using company vehicles
Refuel equipment and perform on-site repairs and servicing as required
Take part in on-call rota (enhanced rates apply) to support 24/7 operationsCompliance & Safety:
Adhere to ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001) and company H&S policies
Support continuous improvement in equipment performance and depot standards Workshop Engineer Specification:Essential:
Qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting or Plant Maintenance (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC)
Experience servicing large diesel engines (e.g., Perkins, Cummins)
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
Full UK driving licenceDesirable:
Forklift licence and experience with generator control systems
Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-first attitude
For more information on the Workshop Engineer position or any other technical roles, contact Ewan Smyth at Stirling Warrington