Job Introduction

Mobile Power Engineer – Erith | Monday to Friday | 07:30–17:00 | Overtime Available

Join a well-established business, work with the latest power technology and take your engineering career to the next level!

Speedy Hire is the UK's leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist equipment, plant and support services – everything for every job!

Our Power & Energy division is an established and growing part of the Speedy business, with continued investment in generators, temporary power solutions and innovative battery storage technology

We're looking for an experienced Mobile Power Engineer to join our team in Erith, supporting customers across construction, infrastructure and industrial environments

If you're a skilled Engineer who enjoys getting out on the road, solving problems and working with a variety of equipment, this could be the perfect next move!

What's in it for you?

• Monday to Friday, 07:30–17:00 – sociable working hours

• Overtime opportunities – the chance to boost your earnings

• Company van and fuel card – everything you need to get the job done

• 26 days annual leave

• Company pension and excellent employee benefits

• Ongoing technical training – develop your skills across generators, battery storage and modern power systems

• Career progression – opportunities to develop within an established national business

• Modern equipment – work with an expanding fleet of temporary power and battery storage solutions

• A supportive team – backed by experienced engineers and operational colleagues

The Role

As a Mobile Power Engineer, you'll be the expert our customers rely on to keep their operations running

Working across customer sites, you'll take ownership of servicing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing our temporary power equipment, including diesel generators and Battery Storage Units (BSUs)

No two days will be the same! From planned maintenance and installations to fault finding and breakdowns, you'll have the variety, independence and technical challenges that make engineering rewarding

Your responsibilities will include:

• Servicing, maintaining and repairing generators and temporary power equipment

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical and electrical faults

• Responding to breakdowns and getting equipment back up and running

• Installing, commissioning and decommissioning power equipment on customer sites

• Working with battery storage technology and integrated generator systems

• Completing service reports and ensuring high standards of safety and compliance

• Building great relationships with customers and delivering a first-class service

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a hands-on Engineer with strong technical skills, a proactive attitude and a passion for keeping equipment running

Ideally, you'll have:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Plant Maintenance or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

• Experience working with diesel generators, temporary power equipment or similar plant machinery

• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills

• Confidence working independently in a mobile engineering environment

• A full UK driving licence

• A commitment to safety and delivering excellent customer service

Coming from a plant, diesel or heavy vehicle engineering background? We'd still love to hear from you! Your transferable skills could make you a great fit for our Power & Energy team

Why Speedy Hire?

At Speedy, you're joining more than just an engineering team

You'll be part of an established and respected Power & Energy division, supported by the strength and investment of one of the UK's leading hire businesses

We're investing in our people, equipment and technology, creating opportunities for engineers to develop their skills and build long-term careers

With our Speedy Work Life Balance initiative and Career Line of Sight, we're committed to supporting our colleagues both inside and outside work

Ready for your next engineering challenge? Apply today and power your career forward with Speedy Hire!

Additional Information

Vacancies may close early due to high application volumes, so early applications are encouraged

Some roles may require DBS, credit or security clearance checks

Speedy Hire is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

All applicants will be considered fairly, and proof of the right to work in the UK is required

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