Diesel Engineer
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | East Grinstead |
| Area | West Sussex, UK |
| Sector | Engineering |
| Salary | £32,500 - £38,500 |
| Start Date | |
| Advertiser | Nicola Francis |
| Telephone | 01342325316 |
| Job Ref | NF15046 |
- Description
Diesel Engineer
Location: East Grinstead
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £32,500-£38,500 DOE
Lloyd Recruitment Services are pleased to be working with a well-established organisation in the East Grinstead area who are currently seeking a Diesel Engineer to join their expanding team.
What’s on Offer
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
- Company pension scheme
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance with access to wellbeing and counselling services
- Excellent training and career development opportunities
- Competitive salary, with paid overtime
Role Overview
This is a depot and field-based role for an experienced Diesel Engineer with a background in servicing and repairing diesel engines and sets. The position involves both workshop duties and occasional on-site work, supporting the preparation, maintenance, delivery, and repair of diesel-powered equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine servicing and maintenance of diesel equipment in line with manufacturer schedules
- Carry out fault diagnosis and repairs on equipment and diesel engines
- Support breakdown response for equipment on customer sites as required
- Deliver and collect equipment using company vehicles
- Refuel equipment on-site as part of service and delivery duties
- Assist with loading and offloading of equipment within the yard
- Operate forklifts and assist with general yard duties when needed
- Participate in the on-call rota for out-of-hours service cover
- Maintain a clean, organised work environment and ensure all work complies with health and safety and environmental standards
Skills and Experience Required
- Relevant qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant Maintenance (e.g. City & Guilds, BTEC)
- OR completion of an approved apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
- OR significant proven experience working with large diesel engines (e.g. Perkins, Cummins)
- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
- Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team
- Full UK driving licence
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