Workshop Fitter role at Ethos Foundation
Depot Workshop Engineer – Powered Access Equipment
St Helens
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm
Overtime: Paid at time and a half
Salary Circa £30k, with guaranteed annual pay rise + performance‑related bonus
Benefits: 33 days annual leave, Pension, Westfield Health
We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established and reputable plant hire company based in St Helens, known for supplying and maintaining high‑quality powered access and plant equipment. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add a skilled Depot Workshop Engineer to their team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking long‑term stability, great benefits, and a supportive working environment.
The Role
As a Workshop Engineer, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of powered access equipment — including scissor lifts, cherry pickers, boom lifts, and telehandlers. Working within a small, friendly depot team, you will ensure all machinery is maintained to a high standard, safe to use, and ready for hire. This is a hands‑on role that would suit someone mechanically minded, with some electrical knowledge and a proactive attitude.
Key Responsibilities
* Service, repair, and maintain a fleet of powered access equipment (scissor lifts, cherry pickers, booms, telehandlers).
* Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, carrying out repairs efficiently.
* Perform pre‑delivery inspections (PDIs) to ensure all equipment meets safety and operational standards.
* Keep accurate service and maintenance records.
* Work closely with the depot team to ensure smooth operations and timely dispatch of machinery.
* Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and safe working practices.
Requirements
Essential
Valid IPAF qualification.
* Previous experience working in a plant hire workshop or powered access environment.
* Strong mechanical skills, with some basic electrical experience.
* Team player with good communication and organisational skills.
* Committed to maintaining a safe, tidy, and efficient workspace.
What's On Offer
* Competitive basic salary with a guaranteed annual pay rise.
* Performance‑related bonus.
* Overtime paid at time and a half.
* Company pension scheme.
* Westfield Health cover.
* Generous holiday allowance.
* Excellent long‑term opportunity with a trusted local employer.
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