WORKSHOP SERVICE ENGINEER – LEICESTER

T H White Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of lorry cranes is seeking a Workshop Service Engineer in Leicester. The role involves mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical servicing of lorry cranes. Ideal candidates will have experience with similar equipment and a relevant qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual pay reviews, extensive training, and a robust pension scheme. Join a diverse workplace committed to inclusivity.

Benefits

Market leading salary, negotiable based on experience

Annual pay reviews

Overtime paid at a premium

Formal manufacturer training

23.5 days holiday rising to 26.5 days with service

Competitive company pension scheme

Life Assurance cover

Staff discounts on products

Qualifications

• Experience with cranes, HGVs, forklifts, or construction plant.
• Recognised qualification in Plant Maintenance or related discipline.
• Commitment to high-quality work and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Electrical servicing, repairs, and diagnostics.
• Conduct thorough LOLER inspections.

Skills

Experience with cranes or similar hydraulic equipment

Strong customer focus

Flexibility to work on-site

Education

Recognised qualification such as NVQ or City & Guilds in Plant Maintenance

Job description

WORKSHOP SERVICE ENGINEER – LEICESTER

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Join a growing manufacturer at the forefront of lorry crane technology. Palfinger UK is hiring a Workshop Service Engineer for our Service Workshop in Leicester. If you’re an experienced engineer with a passion for hydraulics, cranes or heavy plant machinery, this is your opportunity to grow your career with the UK’s largest national lorry crane provider. If you're interested in becoming a true product specialist, working for a globally recognised brand and receiving extensive manufacturer training then read on.

Hours:

42 hours per week.

Monday - Thursday 08:00-17:00. Friday 08:00-16:30.

Key Duties Will Include:

• Mechanical, Hydraulic and Electrical servicing, repairs, and diagnostics on Palfinger lorry cranes.
• Thorough LOLER inspections.

The Ideal Applicant:

• Experience with cranes, or similar hydraulic equipment such as construction plant, agricultural machinery, HGVs, forklifts, powered access, hydraulic hose.
• A recognised qualification such as an NVQ or City & Guilds in Plant Maintenance (or a closely related discipline).
• A strong customer focus and commitment to high‑quality work.
• Flexibility to work on‑site at our Leicester service centre, LE67 1TU (Monday to Friday).

Benefits:

• A market leading salary, negotiable based on your capability & experience.
• Annual pay reviews so your pay remains competitive.
• Overtime (paid at a premium) if you wish to increase your earnings.
• Formal manufacturer & ALLMI accredited training supporting your journey to becoming a Palfinger product specialist.
• Cross‑divisional career development plans, providing a variety of future job opportunities across our large engineering organisation.
• 23.5 days holiday – rising to 26.5 days with service + Bank Holidays.
• Share Plan – providing our employees with a real stake in the business.
• Competitive company pension scheme offering employer contributions of up to 8.5%, with a combined total of 12.5% when you contribute! (subject to qualifying period).
• Life Assurance cover providing up to 5 times salary with service.
• Staff discounts on a huge variety of products including tools, workwear, household supplies and machinery at our group (T H White) store.

T H WHITE are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.