Depot Engineer

Depot Engineer – Bridgend

Salary: £25,000–£32,000 per year

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We’re looking for a Yard / Depot Engineer to join our team in Bridgend. You’ll be supporting the Depot Foreman with the preparation, testing, and repair of generator sets, primarily in the yard, with occasional customer site visits.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service, maintain, and ensure the overall upkeep of generators (15KVA+) for the rental fleet.
• Follow manufacturer service schedules.
• Assist in yard operations, including loading and offloading equipment.
• Operate a forklift as required.
• Re-book generators into stock.
• Perform off-site servicing and repairs as needed.
• Participate in on-call rota (currently 1 week in 5, after training).
• Install and synchronize generator packages on site and in the depot.
• Maintain high health & safety standards and tidy work areas.
• Contribute to continuous improvement programs.

Skills & Experience:

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant (City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent) or proven experience with generators/large diesel engines.
• Full UK driving licence (towing categories preferred).
• Forklift licence advantageous (training available).
• Workshop experience beneficial.
• CSCS card preferred but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to work.

What’s on Offer:

• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Competitive salary (£32k–£38k)
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Private medical scheme
• Life assurance and employee support services
• End-of-year bonus

This is a hands-on, varied role for someone who enjoys working with generators and diesel equipment.

Eligibility:

• Must be eligible to work in the UK.
• DBS check required.