At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, service, and repair powered access equipment while ensuring top-notch customer satisfaction.
- Company: Join a fast-growing national company with great career stability and progression.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, profit share, healthcare cash plan, and a Christmas bonus.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in the powered access industry.
- Qualifications: NVQ level 2 in engineering or equivalent, with experience in diagnostics and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Do you want to work for a fast‑paced, growing national company with excellent career stability and progression prospects where hard work is well rewarded? Have you worked in powered access using Cherry Pickers/MEWPS? Then a job with AFI is for you. The salary for this role is negotiable (DOE) plus overtime.
About the Role
In brief, the position of MEWPS Engineer involves carrying out pre‑delivery inspections (PDIs), services, LOLER inspections, repairs and manufacturer updates, and maintaining the corporate image of our fleet of rental machines. You will attend breakdowns on customer sites, accurately record all necessary checks using a company‑issued PDA following procedure at all times, and communicate effectively with the engineering team and hire office to ensure maximum machine availability.
We would welcome applications for this role with the following skills:
- mobile engineer
- engineering
- NVQ level 2
- plant maintenance
- communication
- diagnostics
- PDI
- servicing
- LOLER inspections
- repairs
- powered access
Benefits
- 25 days holiday, plus statutory holidays.
- Inclusion in a profit share scheme.
- Auto‑enrolment pension scheme with employer (from aged 22, voluntary enrolment before this age; opt‑out available).
- Death‑in‑Service benefit of 2 x salary.
- Healthcare cash plan.
- MyAFI, a comprehensive employee benefits, rewards, and discount programme (includes Cycle2Work scheme, Aviva private medical insurance, and Holiday Trading).
- Christmas Bonus Payment (Discretionary).
Requirements
- You must hold an engineering qualification (ideally in plant maintenance) – minimum NVQ level 2 or equivalent.
- Be competent in electro/hydraulic systems.
- You will be experienced in fault‑finding/diagnostics.
- You will be working closely with customers and colleagues, so you must be able to communicate professionally.
- You must be able to prioritise tasks in an ever‑changing, demanding hire environment.
- A valid IPAF Operator licence/certification is required.
- A valid CAP licence would be desirable.
Powered Access / MEWPS Engineer in Leeds employer: AFI group of companies
AFI-Rentals is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering comprehensive training for aspiring HGV drivers while providing valuable hands-on experience with state-of-the-art machinery. With a supportive work culture, competitive pay starting at £29,741, and a range of benefits including a profit share scheme and healthcare cash plan, AFI-Rentals fosters a rewarding environment where hard work is recognised and career advancement is encouraged.
