Rental Workshop Engineer

Job Summary

Reporting to the Rental Team Leader, the Rental Workshop Engineer is responsible for the servicing, maintenance, repair and preparation of forklift trucks to ensure they operate safely, reliably and to the required company and manufacturer standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PM) on forklift trucks.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.
• Strip down, repair and repaint forklift trucks where required.
• Complete pre-delivery inspections (PDI) and off-hire inspections.
• Accurately complete service reports, inspection documents and timesheets.
• Identify and communicate all chargeable repairs to the Rental Administration team to maximise revenue opportunities.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company health and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
• Ensure repairs are completed to a high standard and within agreed timescales.
• Assist with the preparation and refurbishment of rental fleet equipment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Good knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship.
• Awareness of health and safety

requirements in a workshop environment.

Desirable

• Experience working on forklift trucks, plant equipment, HGVs or automotive vehicles.
• Experience carrying out LOLER inspections (desirable).
• Relevant mechanical or electrical engineering qualification.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and dependable.
• Positive and proactive approach to work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexible and willing to undertake training.
• Customer-focused with a professional attitude.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Training

A comprehensive training programme will be provided to develop product knowledge, technical skills and company procedures