Workshop Engineer - Earthmoving, Wigan

Liebherr Group; Wigan; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in industrial machinery is hiring a Workshop Engineer in Wigan. The role involves performing maintenance and repair work on equipment, carrying out inspections, and supporting engineering apprentices. Candidates should have completed a recognized apprenticeship to NVQ level 3 or equivalent, and demonstrate relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary and benefits in a progressive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and personal development

Secure and progressive work environment

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a related industry to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar role and/or industry.
• Proactive and initiative-driven.
• Effective in maintaining clear communication with the Workshop Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine pre delivery inspections (PDI) of new machines.
• Fitting both factory approved and local supplied extras to machines.
• Modifying machines according to guidelines and specifications.
• Performing all forms of repair and servicing to machines.
• Contributing to the repair, overhaul and diagnosis of plant equipment.
• Supporting and mentoring engineering apprentices.

Skills

Team player

Good communicator

Flexible approach to work

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a related industry

Job description

Overview

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A vacancy has arisen within our Earth Moving After Sales department based in Wigan for a Workshop Engineer. The role contributes to the success of Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd by carrying out effective maintenance and repair work on equipment brought into the workshop, ensuring both quality standards and timelines for repair are optimised at all times whilst working within the Company’s key result areas; Business Performance, Customer Focus, People and Teamwork, Leadership.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine pre delivery inspections (PDI) of new machines.
• Fitting both factory approved and local supplied extras to machines where required.
• Modifying machines according to guidelines and specifications.
• Performing all forms of repair and servicing to machines.
• Contributing to the repair, overhaul and diagnosis of plant equipment.
• Developing an effective working relationship with Workshop Engineers and the Workshop Team and can support others where required.
• Maintaining a healthy and safe working environment for self and others through a clear understanding of workplace safety requirements and systems.
• Supporting the roles of others ensuring administration and paperwork is completed effectively and on time as and when required.
• Ensuring customer expectations are met by maintaining clear communication with the Workshop Supervisor.
• Contributing towards the success of the apprenticeship programme by supporting and mentoring engineering apprentices.
• Working with the customer in mind, making sure that quality work standards are maintained consistently.
• Working in accordance with the company quality assurance guidelines.
• Effectively contributing in recognising and improving work processes so as to drive greater efficiency.
• Using initiative and takes appropriate action to ensure good housekeeping standards are followed and maintained in the workshop area.
• Proactively seeking new opportunities to develop personal skills and looks at opportunities within the workshop to apply these.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a recognised apprenticeship in a related industry to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar role and/or industry.
• Team player and good communicator at all levels.
• Flexible approach to work.

Our Offer

• The opportunity to work with an industry-leading manufacturer.
• Secure and progressive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Training and personal development.

Location: Greater Manchester, United Kingdom and surrounding areas. Contact: Aleksandra Szczepanska ([e-mail]).

For inquiries, please apply online.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Industrial Machinery Manufacturing