Workshop Engineer
We are looking for an experienced Workshop Engineer to join our established engineering team based in East Kilbride.
This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically minded engineer who enjoys working on material handling equipment and takes pride in delivering high-quality maintenance, repair, and refurbishment work.
Working within a busy workshop environment, you will be responsible for servicing, repairing, inspecting, and preparing equipment to the highest standards for both rental fleet and used equipment sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out maintenance, servicing, fault-finding, and repairs on a range of equipment within the workshop.
- Prepare equipment to the required standards for rental and used equipment sales.
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults and complete repairs efficiently.
- Order and manage spare parts requirements in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Complete all workshop documentation and IT system updates accurately and within required timescales.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company engineering standards and safe working practices.
- Maintain accurate stock control and inventory records.
- Liaise with management regarding parts authorisation and job progression.
- Work independently and manage workload effectively to meet deadlines.
- Ensure all company-issued tools and equipment are maintained in good working condition.
- Support the wider workshop team and undertake additional duties as required to ensure smooth operations.
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a Workshop Engineer, Service Engineer, Plant Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Agricultural Engineer, or similar engineering role.
- Strong mechanical engineering knowledge with fault-finding and repair experience.
- Experience working on forklifts, plant machinery, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, or related equipment would be advantageous.
- Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Good understanding of health and safety requirements within a workshop environment.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive and positive approach to problem solving.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Ongoing training and development.
- Stable and growing business.
- Modern workshop facilities.
- Supportive team environment.
- Long-term career progression opportunities.
Apply Today If you are an experienced engineer looking for your next challenge within a professional workshop environment, we would like to hear from you.
peter@holtautomotive.co.uk
- Start: 04/06/2026
- Rate: £35000 - £45000 per annum
- Location: East Kilbride,Scotland
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Engineering
- Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
- Contact: Peter Kimber
- Tel: +44 (0)1202 552915
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: V-298751
- Posted: 2026-06-04 15:01:08 -
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