Job Role
Workshop Plant Engineer
Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Salary
£30,000-£35,000 base salary
Hours
Monday-Friday 07:00-16:30 + Overtime @ 1.5x
Job Type
Full-time, Permanent
About the Client
Interaction Technical has partnered with a well-established national plant hire firm to support their team expansion. With over 50 years of experience, our client is looking to onboard and train engineers from plant, HGV, automotive, or agricultural backgrounds. They offer a comprehensive training scheme and clear internal progression routes.
The Package
22 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays (increasing by 1 day for every year of service, up to 25 days)
Overtime paid at 1.5x after 8 hours per day
Salary Sacrifice Scheme for an additional 5 days of annual leave per annum
Full training and development with a focus on internal progression:
* Workshop Engineer
* Mobile Engineer
* Lead Engineer
* Hiring Manager
* Site Manager
* Regional Manager
Substantial salary and benefits increases with each promotion
Responsibilities
Maintain and repair plant machinery and equipment in the workshop
Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues
Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and provide expert recommendations
Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance
Offer training and support to clients staff on machinery operation and maintenance best practices
Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting
Communicate effectively with the in-house engineering team to provide feedback and improve product performance
Requirements
Previous experience in the plant, automotive, HGV, or agricultural industry (essential)
Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential)
Experience working on engines (advantageous)
Electrical and / or mechanical fault finding, repair, and service experience
A desire to lead, manage, and grow a team
Relevant qualifications (NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical / electrical engineering) (advantageous)
Full UK Drivers Licence
About Interaction Recruitment
Interaction Recruitment has specialist consultants across various industries in the UK, including Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information about this position or to discuss other opportunities, please contact Julius on (phone number removed).
Thank you for your time. We look forward to speaking with you soon
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