Workshop Test Technician

Beschreibung:

This is an onsite role with a rotational shift. Rotating 4 Week Shift Pattern of 12 Hour Shifts (7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am)
* Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day
* Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night
* Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day, Mon - Day
* Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
* Hands-On Engine Work: Build, strip, service, and prepare diesel and gas engines for testing, working with both mechanical and electronic systems.
* Fault Finding and Diagnostics: Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and system issues quickly to keep engines moving through the production process.
* Workshop-to-Test Flow: Manage the full process from receiving engines into the workshop, fitting and servicing components, adding instrumentation, and preparing them for handover to test cells.
* Collaboration Across Teams: Work closely with engineers, office staff, and test cell technicians to ensure engines are prepared to the highest standards.
* Quality Paperwork and Reporting: Complete service records, paperwork, and diagnostic documentation accurately to support test validity.
* Supporting Safe Installations: Move and position engines safely, aligning them correctly for testing, while following all health and safety procedures.
* Maintaining Standards: Uphold workshop cleanliness, support 5S initiatives, and contribute to ISO17025 compliance.

Education/Experience:
* Desired - NVQ/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant experience gained through practical work
* Experience in servicing, repairing, and rebuilding engines (diesel/gas) in a workshop or industrial environment
* Demonstrates a strong mechanical foundation, with technical knowledge gained through education, training, or hands-on work
* Apprenticeship background or extensive workshop experience highly beneficial
* Shows commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Ihr Profil:

To be successful in this role you will need the following:
* Mechanical Expertise with Engines: Strong hands-on knowledge of diesel and/or gas engines, including servicing, strip-down, rebuilds, and component fitting.
* Diagnostic and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to fault-find both mechanically and electronically, supporting smooth and efficient workshop operations.
* Commitment to Quality and Safety: Proactive in following health and safety processes and ensuring work is completed to high standards of accuracy and compliance.
* Adaptability in a Fast-Paced Environment: Able to manage different engine builds, work to variable timescales (from days to weeks), and collaborate effectively across teams.
* Computer Literacy: Comfortable using engineering software and office tools for instructions, recording data, and completing documentation