Engineer - Electrical

Speedy Hire

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Role - Engineer - Electrical

Location: Newport

Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 16:00

Speedy Hire are the UK's leading hire provider, with the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Newport depot.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a key role in our operations, carrying out electrical fault-finding, repairs and assembly on a wide range of industrial equipment, including power tools and lifting equipment. You'll ensure repairs are prioritised effectively while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and customer service.

We will provide everything you need to succeed in this role, including on-the-job training, dedicated product and system training, and tailored development programmes to support your career growth. We are passionate about recognising and developing talent, with a strong track record of supporting internal progression across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out electrical fault-finding, repair and assembly of industrial equipment
Repair and maintain power tools, lifting equipment and other hire assets
Prioritise repairs effectively to ensure equipment availability
Complete inspections and testing in line with company standards
Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with relevant regulations
Accurately record repairs and maintenance activities
Support colleagues and contribute to efficient workshop operations

What You'll Need

Previous experience working on equipment at 110 volts and above
Experience within the hire industry or a similar engineering environment is desirable
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team
Commitment to supporting your business unit and team in delivering our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver

What We Offer

26 days holiday plus bank holidays
Life assurance
Company pension scheme
Canteen facilities
95% employee discount across the Speedy brand
Training, development and career progression opportunities
Voluntary Health Cash Plan
My Staff Shop discounts and offers across a wide range of retailers
Green Commute Initiative Cycle to Work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme offering free and confidential wellbeing, legal and financial support

Speedy operates an industry leading Work Life Balance initiative, demonstrating our commitment to reducing core contracted hours, supporting colleague wellbeing, and identifying more balanced work patterns for our colleagues which is a huge step in realising our ambition of putting our People First. Talk to us about a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements to suit your needs including flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term time hours and job share opportunities.

Speedy offer a Career Line of Sight which enables a detailed understanding of the route to progression and growth within the Speedy Group.

Please be aware Speedy reserves the right to close our vacancies earlier than the listed date if we have received a high level of applications. We would recommend that if you wish to be considered that you complete the application as promptly as possible.

Please be aware that some roles within The Speedy Group UK&I may require a DBS, Credit or Security Clearance Check. The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and fostering an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us.

Link below to our policies in line with our ESG Governance.

Sustainability Governance | Speedy Hire

https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment.