Workshop Engineer - Earthmoving, Wigan
Liebherr Group
Maintain and repair earthmoving equipment, perform inspections, and support apprentices.
28 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Wigan, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
53,659 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Construction Machinery
Tower Cranes
Wheeled Loaders
Truck Cranes
Hydraulic Rope Excavators
Hydraulic Excavators
Pipe-laying Machines
Dumper Trucks
Role
What you would be doing
repair
diagnostics
fitting
inspection
quality assurance
safety
- Contributing to the repair, overhaul and diagnosis of plant equipment.
- Ensuring customer expectations are met by maintaining clear communication with the Workshop Supervisor.
- Using initiative and takes appropriate action to ensure good housekeeping standards are followed and maintained in the workshop area.
- Effectively contributing in recognising and improving work processes so as to drive greater efficiency.
- Working with the customer in mind, making sure that quality work standards are maintained consistently.
- Contributing towards to the success of the apprenticeship programme by supporting and mentoring engineering apprentices.
- Supporting the roles of others ensuring administration and paperwork is completed effectively and on time as and when required.
- Working in accordance with the company quality assurance guidelines.
- Maintaining a healthy and safe working environment for self and others through a clear understanding of workplace safety requirements and systems.
- Fitting both factory approved and local supplied extras to machines where required.
- Developing an effective working relationship with Workshop Engineers and the Workshop Team and can support others where required.
- Carrying out routine pre delivery inspections (PDI) of new machines.
- Performing all forms of repair and servicing to machines.
What you bring
nvq level 3
machine modification
team player
relevant experience
- Satisfactory completion of a recognised apprenticeship in a related industry to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
- Modifiying machines according to guidelines and specifications.
- Team player and good communicator at all levels.
- Able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar role and/ or industry.
- Secure and progressive work environment.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Training and personal development
- Flexible approach to work.
- The opportunity to work with an industry-leading manufacturer.
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Company
Overview
Born 1949
Year Established
The company was founded in 1949 and has since grown into a global industrial leader.
€14B Revenue
Annual Revenues
The company generates around €14 billion annually through various heavy equipment divisions.
3,000t Capacity
Crawler Crane
The LR 13000 crawler crane, part of its record-breaking machinery portfolio.
100+ Hotels
Liebherr Properties
The company operates over 100 hotels alongside its industrial plants worldwide.
- Projects range from massive infrastructure sites and wind‑farm foundations (via crawler dozers) to aerospace systems and domestic refrigerators.
- Specialisms include earthmoving/mining equipment, mobile/crane technology, concrete systems, maritime/port cranes, aerospace components, industrial automation, refrigeration.
- Its portfolio includes record‑breaking machines like the LR 13000 crawler crane and hydrogen‑powered wheel loaders—a first at Bauma 2025.
- Unusual fact: still entirely family‑owned, it's led across three generations and once operated the world’s second‑largest mining truck, the T 282 B.
- Entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation
- Decentralized decision-making and personal responsibility
- Long-term thinking and sustainable growth
- High quality standards and reliability
- Respectful collaboration and mutual trust
- Strong customer focus and understanding of their needs
- Commitment to continuous improvement and development
2050 Target
Net Zero CO2 Emissions
Aiming to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by the year 2050.
23% Reduction
CO2 Emissions in Production
Reduced CO2 emissions in production processes by 23% from 2018 to 2022.
- Energy-efficient product design and manufacturing
- Promoting sustainable products, such as energy-efficient cranes and machines
- Use of renewable energy sources in production
- Implementation of a recycling concept for construction machinery
- Partnerships with external organizations to enhance sustainability practices
25% Target
Women in Leadership
Aiming to achieve 25% representation of women in leadership roles by 2025.
- Commitment to creating equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background.
- Focus on gender-balanced recruitment and career development programs.
- Continuous improvement of work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.
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