Workshop Engineer

Workshop-Based Powered Access Engineer (Vehicle Mounted Platforms) Normanton Competitive Salary Full-Time | Permanent | 45 hours (7:30am – 5:00pm) A well-established, fast-paced equipment rental business is looking to recruit a Workshop-Based Powered Access Engineer to support its busy depot operation. This is a hands-on role working on vehicle-mounted powered access platforms (MEWPs) ideal for someone who knows their kit and can keep machines compliant, safe and ready for hire. The Role * Carry out pre-delivery inspections on truck-mounted access platforms * Diagnose faults and carry out repairs across mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems * Ensure all equipment meets manufacturer guidelines and safety standards * Accurately record work, labour and parts usage via tablet system * Work closely with senior engineers, parts and operations teams * Maintain high workshop standards and adhere to H&S at all times What You Need * Solid experience working on powered access / MEWPs (ideally vehicle-mounted) * Background in plant hire, powered access, or equipment rental * Strong fault-finding skills across hydraulics, electrics and diagnostics * Relevant engineering / maintenance qualification * Able to work at pace, prioritise workloads and take ownership Desirable * IPAF CAP (Competent Assessed Person) certification – enabling statutory inspections of powered access equipment in line with LOLER/PUWER * IPAF PAL card * Strong understanding of inspection standards and compliance requirements The Opportunity * Stable, growing business with strong workshop investment * Clean, organised depot environment * Plenty of overtime available * Real scope to progress within engineering or operations If you know powered access and want a role where you’re trusted to get on with it, this is worth a conversation