Workshop Engineer (Plant & LGV) (0000043454)

Overview

Reference
0000043454

Salary
£37,000 - £39,000/annum

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East of England -- Cambridgeshire -- Peterborough

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
09 April 2026


Job Role: Workshop Engineer 
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £37,000-£39,000 base salary + overtime @ 1.5X (OTE £45,000+ per annum)
Hours: 7:00-16:30 Monday to Friday / Flexible hours available
Job Type: Full time, Permanent

The package:

  • Pay review after 6-month probation period to increase to up to £41,000 per annum base salary
  • 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
  • Overtime readily available and paid at 1.5x / 2x on Sundays if available
  • Company pension scheme – 4% employer contribution
  • Life assurance
  • Health care and health shield schemes – discounted GP, dental and optician appointments

The Responsibilities:

  • Build and test wiring looms and chassis mounts for an array of automotive machinery, including road sweepers, gritters and spreaders.
  • Diagnose and fault-find complex technical issues and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  • Collaborate with clients to understand their specific requirements and provide expert recommendations.
  • Read and interpret detailed mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics to assist with fault-finding and testing of both mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Assist with the service and refurbishment of heavy automotive machinery.
  • Keep detailed records of service activities, parts used, and work completed for accurate reporting

 

The Requirements:

  • Previous experience working in the Plant, Automotive, HGV or Agricultural industry (essential)
  • Previous experience working with hydraulics and pneumatics, alongside mechanical and electrical capabilities (essential)
  • Electrical and/or Mechanical fault finding, repair & service experience (essential)
  • Proven experience to read electrical diagrams and schematics, with strong electrical fault-finding capabilities (essential)
  • Relevant qualifications NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous)
  • Full UK Drivers License

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Reegan on 07969154727 or email Reegan.turney@irweb.co.uk



Thank you for taking the time, we hope to speak in the near future

INDNH

 


Contact information

Reegan Turney