Generator Engineer Major Repairs & Servicing – Rochdale (covering Northern England)
£35,000 – £42,000
Mon – Thu 07:30 – 17:00, Fri 07:30 – 15:30. On‑call 1 in 3 weeks + extra pay. Van provided.
We are looking for a skilled Generator Engineer to join a friendly and supportive team in the power hire industry. As a Generator Engineer, you will carry out major repairs, servicing, and overhauls on diesel and gas generators (20kVA – 2000kVA), both in the workshop and on‑site across Northern England.
Key Responsibilities
* Work as a Generator Engineer performing repairs and rebuilds on diesel/gas generators, alternators, and control systems
* Conduct routine and preventive maintenance to ensure reliability of the hire fleet
* Diagnose faults and perform load testing, commissioning, and on‑site breakdown repairs
* Maintain service records and support junior engineers
Requirements
* NVQ Level 3 / Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
* 35 years experience as a Generator Engineer or in power generation equipment (hire, construction, industrial)
* Hands‑on experience with Perkins, Cummins, CAT, FG Wilson, JCB, or similar
* Knowledge of DSE or ComAp control systems
* Valid driver's licence (CSCS or similar advantageous)
Benefits
* Competitive salary £35,000 – £42,000 + on‑call and overtime pay
* Company van included
* Modern workshop, PPE supplied, training opportunities
* Supportive, collaborative team culture
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