Powered Access Engineer – Grays

Job information

  • Job reference: BH-72682
  • Location: Grays, Thurrock
  • Job type: Full Time, Permanent
  • Job sector: Powered Access
  • Salary: £50000 - £60000 per annum
  • Published: July 1, 2026

Description

Workshop Powered Access Engineer
Position: Workshop Powered Access Engineer
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000
Shifts: Monday – Friday | Days

Workshop Powered Access Engineer Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Workshop Powered Access Engineer to join a nationally recognised provider of powered access and plant equipment. This role is ideal for an experienced Workshop Powered Access Engineer who enjoys carrying out major repairs, overhauls and complex fault finding on a wide range of powered access machinery within a busy workshop environment.

Workshop Powered Access Engineer Benefits

  • Competitive salary of £50,000 
  • Genuine opportunities for career progression
  • Company pension scheme
  • Employee welfare programme
  • Stable Monday–Friday workshop-based role

About the Role – Workshop Powered Access Engineer As a Workshop Powered Access Engineer, you will be responsible for major repairs, refurbishments and full machine overhauls on powered access equipment returned from hire. The role focuses heavily on diagnostics and complex repairs to ensure equipment is restored to the highest operational and safety standards.

Your duties will include:

  • Carrying out major mechanical, hydraulic and electrical repairs on powered access equipment
  • Completing full strip-downs, rebuilds and refurbishments of access platforms
  • Diagnosing complex faults and implementing long-term repair solutions
  • Conducting PDI inspections following major repairs
  • Completing LOLER inspections and ensuring equipment meets safety standards
  • Working collaboratively with the engineering team to prioritise workshop repairs

What You’ll Need to Succeed as a Workshop Powered Access Engineer

  • Previous experience within the Powered Access industry
  • Strong experience with major repairs, diagnostics and equipment rebuilds
  • Good understanding of hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems
  • IPAF & CAP licence (essential)
  • NVQ qualification or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or similar
  • Previous experience as a Workshop Powered Access Engineer is highly beneficial

Next Steps If you are interested in this Workshop Powered Access Engineer role or would like advice on your next career move, please send your up-to-date CV via this advert or call Shane on 0330 440 2323.

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