DEPOT ENGINEER (LIGHTING)

Depot Engineer – Major Repairs Team Location: Sherburn in Elmet Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week (overtime available) Welfare Hire (part of Kelling Group)- The UK’s leading hirer of mobile Eco welfare units About The Role We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-driven Depot Engineer to join our Major Repairs Team within our Welfare Hire division. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy problem-solving, and like seeing equipment brought back to life, this could be the perfect role for you.

Reporting to our Foreman and working closely with the Depot Manager, you’ll play a key part in delivering high-quality refurbishments, major repairs, and fault diagnosis across our fleet.

Key Responsibilities Repairs & Maintenance

• Carry out major in-house repairs, refurbishments, and detailed fault diagnosis across a wide range of welfare equipment.
• Complete planned maintenance tasks to ensure all assets are safe, compliant, and ready for hire.

Inventory Management

• Maintain appropriate stock levels of parts and consumables.
• Record all parts usage accurately using the depot’s mobile tablet system.

Job Processing & Reporting

• Update job cards, repair notes, and status information promptly and accurately via the mobile tablet.

Cross-Depot Support

• Provide support to other depots or departments when required, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork.

Workplace Standards

• Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and safe to maintain a productive working environment.

Compliance

• Follow all company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements at all times.

General Duties

• Support the Foreman and Depot Manager with any other tasks required to keep the depot running smoothly.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in equipment repair, engineering, or a similar maintenance role.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well with colleagues across the depot.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Proactive attitude with strong problem-solving skills.

Why join us? This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing team. We offer a pathway to permanent employment, on-the-job training, and a supportive working environment.