Machine Preparation Engineer

Overview

Prepare, inspect, and ready heavy machinery for delivery ensuring safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• software updates
• tool maintenance
• pre‑delivery checks
• machine prep
• training
• safety

Tasks

-Following all Health & Safety and COSHH regulations -Supporting colleagues and mentoring trainees where required -Highlighting any additional work required and keeping your Supervisor updated -Helping ensure SMT GB standards around safety, quality and environmental care are always met -Installing software updates as they're released -Keeping company tooling in good condition and reporting any defects -Using your own toolkit to complete jobs effectively -Making sure all checks are completed as detailed on the PDI and extras sheet -Looking after your work area and maintaining a professional appearance at all times -Carrying out pre-delivery inspections and machine preparation, including fitting attachments such as buckets, vandal guards, q-fits, radios, reverse cameras and other extras -Attending product and systems training (sometimes staying away from home) to keep your skills up to date

Requirements

• hydraulics
• electrics
• nvq2
• driving licence
• pda
• problem-solving

What You Bring

-Experience in the preparation and repair of heavy construction plant, including hydraulics and electrics -Basic IT skills (email, systems, technical literature) -A full UK driving licence is desirable, and welding ability would be a bonus -A formal engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural or HGV mechanics (e.g. NVQ2/C&G) -Accurately completing paperwork and real-time PDA inputs to record your work -Confidence in safely handling and driving heavy machinery -Problem-solving and diagnostic skills -A team player with good communication skills, who is responsible, reliable and organised -High standards, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset

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Benefits

-Enhanced Sick Pay - Extra support when you're unwell, meaning you can rest a little easier while you recover -Discounts Platform - Save on groceries, holidays, shopping and more -IVF Support - Paid time off for treatment and appointments -Retirement Support - Enjoy bonuses and phasedown days when its time to retire -Health Cash Plan - Claim money back on prescriptions (including HRT), glasses, dentists appointments, physio and more. We cover your basic plan, with the option to upgrade -That's not all - We also offer a whole host of additional Health & Wellbeing Support and benefits -24/7 GP Service - Private GP access anytime -Pension - We match your contributions up to 5% -Car Leasing - Salary sacrifice schemes through Tusker or Octopus -Cycle to Work - Save on a new bike and accessories -Family Leave - Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave -Free Physio Access - Speak to a physio by phone or video

About Smt Gb

-A leading provider of construction and mining equipment in the UK. -With decades of experience supporting sectors including construction and mining. -Offers state-of-the-art machinery, from excavators to loaders, tailored to diverse project needs. -Works on large-scale projects in both public and private sectors, particularly in mining and heavy civil works. -Ensures customers have access to the latest technologies and reliable service. -Thrives on deep market knowledge and a customer-centric approach to project solutions.

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