Mechanical Engineer

Speedy Hire
Newport
3 months ago
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Mechanical Engineer

Location: Newport
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (07:00 16:30)

About the Role

Speedy, the UKs leading hire provider, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Newport depot team. This is a key role within our operations, responsible for ensuring a wide range of mechanical and access equipment is safe, compliant, and ready for hire.

You will play a vital part in maintaining asset reliability, protecting customer safety, and supporting operational efficiency by ensuring only fully compliant, well-maintained equipment leaves the depot.

Your Responsibilities

  • Inspecting, testing, servicing and repairing mechanical and access equipment in line with LOLER, PUWER and Speedy standards.

  • Carrying out pre-hire and post-hire inspections to ensure equipment is safe and fit for purpose.

  • Diagnosing mechanical faults and completing repairs efficiently and accurately.

  • Completing service and inspection records using internal systems and Microsoft Office.

  • Prioritising equipment to meet depot operational needs and customer demand.

  • Maintaining excellent health and safety standards within the workshop and on customer sites.

  • Supporting asset availability by working closely with depot and operations teams.

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