Workshop Engineer
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Workshop Engineer
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Workshop Engineer for its Elland workshop. This role involves servicing, inspection, and repair of distribution tractors and heavy vehicles, with a focus on mechanical and electrical diagnostics.
Purpose of the Role
Perform routine servicing, inspections (VOSA standards), and repairs on a range of Distribution Tractors, heavy vehicles, and associated equipment, ensuring all work meets manufacturer standards. Conduct comprehensive visual and operational checks, diagnosing issues and carrying out repairs using advanced diagnostic tools, technical manuals, and systematic troubleshooting techniques.
A range of technical competencies, including:
- Proficiency in mechanical systems repair.
- Electrical fault diagnosis and repair, including CAN bus systems and multiplex wiring.
- Interpretation and application of technical drawings, schematics, and service bulletins.
- Use of diagnostic tools for engine management systems.
- Perform in-depth technical inspections and assessments of vehicles, using industry-standard inspection criteria and producing detailed, accurate reports to facilitate effective repair planning.
Ensure adherence to all Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations, including safe use of tools, PPE compliance, and proper workshop housekeeping practices.
Responsibilities
- To display the highest standards of appearance, manner and technical ability at all times.
- To accurately and quickly fault diagnose and undertake resultant repairs. To include working on a range of makes and models.
- To able to undertake vehicle servicing, repair and other related work.
- To complete all vehicle servicing and repair documentation correctly, in a timely manner and to a good standard.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required.
- There will be an element of manual handling involved.
- Support with planned mobile repair work in support of the Field Service Team, demonstrating flexibility where required.
- To work with all departments, particularly with projects that are being explored or implemented.
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job or to support the needs of the business.
Critical Skills Required
- High attention to detail, without sacrificing on quality.
- Flexible approach to work.
- The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure and with a sense of urgency.
- Communications skills, both verbal and in writing, together with the ability to communicate at all levels.
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships.
- Ability to manage own workload independently prioritise tasks.
Standards of Performance
- Where possible ensure a first time fix.
- To maintain a high standard of customer service at all times.
- Develop own competence to meet requirements of job.
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the purpose of this job.
Qualifications / Experience Required
- City and Guilds Level 3 – Vehicle Mechanical and Electronic Systems – Maintenance and Repair Qualification or equivalent qualification.
- To demonstrate substantial experience in Auto Electrician fault diagnosis and resultant repairs, including the use of electronic diagnostic equipment. To include working experience of a range of heavy goods / specialist vehicle.
- Experience of undertaking fault diagnosis and repairs on specialist vehicles.
- UK valid driving licence.
Skills and Competencies Required
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and quality focus.
- Familiarity with health and safety standards.
- To be able and willing to communicate effectively within Workshop Management and Supervision, work colleagues and customers.
- To be able to interpret and remedy vehicle defect descriptions communicated by vehicle users.
- To be willing to assist colleagues in the execution of their jobs as required.
- A flexible approach to working in a workshop team environment.
- A flexible approach to working hours is required along with the ability to travel extensively both in the UK and overseas as required.
- The factory unit is based in Elland however the applicant must be flexible in terms of working location and be prepared to work as required sometimes away at our customer’s premises.
- To be able to work temporarily at other locations within the group undertaking a similar role.
- Undertake such other duties commensurate with the post as may be required for the safe and effective performance of the company.
- Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop environment.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
- Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: Company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 3x basic salary Death In Service.
- Employee Assistance Programme: 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges.
- Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: Company-funded medical cash plan for cash back on medical expenses.
- GP Anytime: Online 24/7 GP appointment service.
- Training and Development: Mandatory equipment training, Management Development Programme, apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance.
- My Benefits Platform: Discounts from high street retailers, health & wellness, entertainment, home & DIY.
- Independent Free Mortgage Advice.
Contact
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Postal Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Lowfields Way, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 9DA, United Kingdom
Visiting Address: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Lowfields Way, Lowfields Business Park, Elland, West Yorkshire, HX5 9DA, United Kingdom