Depot Engineer (Powered Access)

Depot Engineer (Powered Access)
Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire
£35,000 - £45,000
Days, 08:00 to 17:30

We are supporting a well-established powered access and plant hire business who are looking to appoint a Depot Engineer to join their workshop team in the LE65 area.

This is a hands-on workshop based role responsible for the inspection, maintenance, fault finding and repair of powered access equipment including scissor lifts, boom lifts, cherry pickers and telehandlers.

The role is based at a busy depot environment, working as part of a small engineering team to ensure equipment is fully serviced, safe and ready for hire.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs on powered access and plant equipment
Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical faults
Inspect, service and prepare scissor lifts, boom lifts, telehandlers and similar machinery for hire
Complete pre delivery inspections and safety checks
Ensure all equipment is compliant with safety and operational standards
Maintain accurate service and repair records
Support workshop efficiency and turnaround targets
Work collaboratively within the depot engineering teamCandidate Requirements

Experience working as a Plant Fitter, Service Engineer, Access Engineer or similar role
Strong mechanical and hydraulic fault finding skills
Basic electrical diagnostic ability desirable
Experience working with powered access equipment or plant hire machinery preferred
Ability to work independently in a workshop environment
Strong attention to detail with a safety focused mindset
Full UK driving licenceIf this role is of interest, please apply