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 logs
Yard Operations:
* Assist with loading/offloading, general yard duties, and forklift operation
* Support basic maintenance tasks and maintain a tidy, safe working environment
Deliveries &; 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 operations
Compliance &; 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 licence
Desirable:
* 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.