Plant & Access Engineer

Smiths Hire are the Northwest’s Largest Independent Equipment Hire Company with 18 Hire It Centres located across the Region. In a period of expansion, we now have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Plant & Access Engineer at our Castleford depot.

Ideally we seek candidates with the ability and a working knowledge of both Plant and Access Equipment. Experience in any of the following will be a huge benefit to the role

  • Knowledge with hydraulic systems, electric motors, diesel engines, crane, plant, and fork lifts etc.
  • The ability to fault find on a variety of equipment (electrical and/or mechanical diagnostics).
  • Ability to maintain and service a range of machinery.
  • Able to conduct pre-delivery inspections as required.
  • Keep accurate records of work carried out.
  • Carry out major and minor repairs and refurbishments.
  • Be able to estimate any damage/repair costs.
  • Maintain Health and Safety to Company Standards.
  • Take pride in work to ensure the machines are kept in a pristine state.
  • Willingness to grow and develop with the business.

It will be beneficial if you possess a CAP certification, for candidates who are seeking to gain more experience as an Access Engineer, we can offer this as training.

Other key competencies consist of:

  • Competent IT skills, complimented by clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure, whilst being a good team player.
  • Have a full clean UK driving licence.

Working hours for this position are: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm overtime available on a Saturday paid at time and a half.

Company benefits are:

  • Competitive salary.
  • Overtime worked on a Saturday are paid at time and a half.
  • 25 Days plus statutory holidays (33 days in total).
  • An extra 2 days holiday after 5 year’s service.
  • Weekly pay.
  • FREE tool hire for all employees – Excluding consumables and delivery.
  • Group Life Cover is provided at three times your annual salary.
  • My Wellbeing Services.
  • Employee Referral Scheme.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Full uniform provided.
  • Discounted personal legal services.

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