Workshop Engineer

SMT is a leading full-service distribution company specializing in machinery and trucks. Our focus is on providing equipment for the construction, material handling, recycling, and transport industry. Launched in 2010, we have already obtained a significant heritage that dates back to 1946. Our mix of agility and international experience gives us the advantage of a synergetic environment. We are active in large parts of Africa, Belgium & Luxembourg, Great Britain, the Netherlands, and in US.

Grade: 10

Location: Horsham

Contract: Full-time, permanent

We are looking for someone to effectively and competently carry out the service and repairs of machinery within the workshop to the highest standards, to ensure we deliver a first class service to both internal & external customers.

What you will be doing:

• To service and repair Volvo construction equipment or miscellaneous equipment as required.
• To carry out all work in line with quotations and time guides, highlighting to management where additional work may be required, upon strip-down of components.
• Maintain a sufficient personal toolkit to enable you to carry out the job effectively.
• Ensure software updates are installed as new versions are released.
• Accurate completion of paperwork, i.e. oil sample reports and service inspection reports.
• Complete electronic time registration inputs in ‘real time’ providing comprehensive details of the work undertaken.
• To order parts for your work as necessary and to return parts in a clean condition and at the time of job completion
• Flexibility to work overtime as and when required.
• To attend any relevant product or systems training courses, to ensure a high standard of competence required to efficiently complete workshop duties.
• Work in accordance with SMT GB ISO standards of health, safety, quality and environmental care.

What you'll need:

In order to set you up for success, we look for the following skills and experience:

• A formal engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural/HGV mechanics
• Relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy construction plant
• Proven technical competence on diesel engines, transmissions, drive lines, hydraulics and electronics.
• Ability to communicate efficiently with colleagues, management and customers
• Works with a cost conscious mindset to ensure maximum profitability
• Problem solving ability and appropriate diagnostic skills
• Basic IT skills
• High standards and attention to detail
• Conscientious in all aspects of the job
• Highly responsible, reliable, honest and trustworthy
• Ability to understand technical literature including service bulletins and parts books

Desirable:

• Welding, fabrication and line boring experience

What's in it for you?

Alongside a competitive salary we off you a host of fantastic benefits!

Taking Care of You

• 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.
• Free Physio Access – Speak to a physio by phone or video.
• 24/7 GP Service – Private GP access anytime.
• That's not all - We also offer a whole host of additional Health & Wellbeing Support and benefits.

Life Outside of Work

• Enhanced Sick Pay – Extra support when you’re unwell, meaning you can rest a little easier while you recover.
• Family Leave – Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• IVF Support – Paid time off for treatment and appointments.
• Retirement Support – Enjoy bonuses and phasedown days when its time to retire.

Financial Extras

• 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.
• Discounts Platform – Save on groceries, holidays, shopping and more.

Feeling Part of the Team

You’ll also have access to a range of team-focused benefits, including a refer-a-friend bonus, long service awards starting at three years, a paid volunteering day each year, Christmas shutdown as part of your holiday allowance, and plenty of opportunities to get involved through our Employee Council, Social Committee, and Caring, Daring, Sharing awards.

Our values

Our way of working as a professional community, can be best described as Caring, Daring and Sharing. Caring because we are service-minded, and we always like to go the extra mile for our customers and give our people the attention and care they deserve. Daring because we are innovative in our business, constantly looking for smart improvement. And finally Sharing because we realize we’re doing this together; with our clients, with a great team of skilled specialists, excellent manufacturers and reliable suppliers. These values create an engaging environment for passionate people who like to work in a place with purpose.

SMT does not accept unsolicited CVs or applications from headhunters, recruitment agencies, selection agencies, or any other third party, unless prior written consent has been given by SMT. These parties are not permitted to submit CVs or applications to SMT or its employees in any form, including, but not limited to, email, social media or online platforms, whether directly or indirectly.

Any CVs or applications submitted in breach of this policy will be treated as unsolicited and will not create any obligation for SMT. SMT will not acknowledge or accept any claim for compensation, costs or fees arising from such submissions. SMT also expressly reserves the right to contact any candidates directly, without this creating any obligation towards the party that submitted their details