Workshop Engineer

Company: Holt Recruitment
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Location: East Kilbride
Job Description:

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

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Posted: June 20th, 2026