At a Glance
- Tasks: Service, inspect, and repair plant and HGV equipment to ensure safety and reliability.
- Company: Established engineering firm offering a secure and supportive work environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual reviews, flexible benefits, and generous holiday allowance.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and ongoing training in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Join a stable team where your skills will make a real difference in equipment safety.
- Qualifications: Mechanical engineering background with experience in plant or HGV maintenance.
The predicted salary is between 30708 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a SLEP Centre Engineer to join a well-established engineering and support services business in Stafford. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Mechanical Engineer, Plant Fitter, HGV Technician, REME Engineer, MHE Engineer, Workshop Engineer or Heavy Plant Engineer to join a secure, long-term contract environment supporting vital equipment through a Service Life Extension Programme.
The role will focus on the service, inspection, maintenance, fault finding and repair of plant, HGV and associated assets, helping to maximise equipment availability, improve reliability and ensure assets remain safe, compliant and operational.
The Role
As SLEP Centre Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned servicing, inspections, repairs and maintenance on a range of plant, HGV assets and associated equipment. You will diagnose mechanical faults, identify root causes, complete repairs efficiently and ensure all work is completed safely, accurately and to a high standard. You will also liaise with internal teams to provide updates on repair scope, parts requirements, timescales and any additional work identified during inspection or repair.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out servicing, inspections, maintenance and repairs on plant, HGV assets and associated equipment.
- Diagnose mechanical faults and complete repairs safely, efficiently and cost-effectively.
- Complete Service Life Extension Programme works in line with technical standards and engineering procedures.
- Identify additional faults, wear, defects or damage and escalate findings through the correct process.
- Complete job cards, inspection sheets, service records and maintenance documentation accurately.
- Work in line with company standards, engineering best practice, LOLER and PUWER requirements.
- Maintain spares, tools, attachments, ancillaries and technical documentation.
- Support safe working practices and contribute to high standards of quality, compliance and productivity.
- Help improve equipment reliability, reduce avoidable downtime and extend asset life.
- Provide mentoring and practical support to other maintainers or users where appropriate.
What We're Looking For
We are keen to hear from candidates with a strong mechanical background gained within plant, HGV, materials handling, construction equipment, military vehicles, agricultural machinery, workshop maintenance or heavy mechanical engineering. You will need:
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
- Experience using fault-finding and diagnostic techniques.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety, LOLER and PUWER regulations.
- Background in construction plant, materials handling equipment or HGV maintenance.
- Ability to manage a busy workload and work effectively under pressure.
- Valid passport, with occasional overseas travel possible.
- Ability to obtain BPSS and MoD security clearance.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Permanent, secure, long-term contract environment.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Genuine career progression opportunities.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Fully funded leadership programmes.
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days.
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Flexible benefits package.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Discounted gym membership.
- Retail, healthcare and lifestyle discounts.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies.
- Inclusive employee network groups and support communities.
Suitable Backgrounds
This role may suit candidates currently working as a Plant Fitter, HGV Technician, Mechanical Fitter, REME Engineer, Workshop Engineer, MHE Engineer, Heavy Plant Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Vehicle Mechanic, Equipment Engineer or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer.
This is a great opportunity to join a stable engineering environment where your mechanical skills will directly support the reliability, safety and service life of important operational equipment. Apply now to be considered for this SLEP Centre Engineer role in Stafford.
Plant Fitter / HGV Technician Stafford employer: RecruitMe
Join a well-established engineering and support services business in Stafford, where your skills as a Plant Fitter or HGV Technician will be valued in a secure, long-term contract environment. With competitive salaries, ongoing training, and genuine career progression opportunities, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises safety, quality, and employee well-being. Enjoy a flexible benefits package, generous holiday allowance, and the chance to contribute to vital equipment maintenance while being part of an inclusive community.
