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Full-time
professional certificate
25 Days holiday, Company pension, Special recognition and rewards incentives, Fully stocked kitchens, Free on-site parking, Training and development opportunities
Posted 15d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Workshop Access Engineer is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing the MEWP hire fleet while ensuring all LOLER inspections are accurately recorded. Additionally, the role involves preparing equipment for customers and maintaining a safe, organized workshop environment.
Requirements
Candidates should possess strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge with the ability to interpret schematics. While experience with powered access equipment is preferred, the company offers training for the right candidate.
Full job description
We’re looking for a Workshop operative (access) to help us keep our fleet in excellent condition and ready for our customers.
Key Responsibilities
· Inspect, maintain, and repair our MEWP hire fleet
· Carry out LOLER inspections and keep accurate records
· Diagnose and repair electrical and hydraulic faults
· Clean, prepare, and rebrand equipment for customers
· Maintain a safe, tidy, and organised workshop
Essential:
· Experience or qualifications in powered access (CAP, IPAF,) preferred, however not essential for the right candidate as training offered
· Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge
· Ability to read and work with schematics
· Familiarity with a range of access equipment and manufacturers
· Practical, methodical, and hands-on approach
· Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
· Able to work independently and as part of a team
· Confident with paperwork and basic IT systems (MS Office)
· Reliable, hard-working, and detail-oriented
· Willing to learn and develop within a growing company
Desirable:
· Plant hire, forklift, or mechanical engineering industries that involve LOLER Inspections
· Maintenance and repair of lifting equipment
· Electrical/hydraulic engineering with hands-on experience
THX Values: As a family-centred business, people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re proud to have a strong commitment to our team because we know that the success of any company depends on the people behind it. That’s why we make sure our employees feel valued, supported, and given every opportunity to grow.
We believe that a diverse team is a strong team. We’re dedicated to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive.
Alongside a competitive benefits package and great opportunities for career development, we’ve built a friendly, collaborative culture that reflects our core values (Humility Innovation Refreshing Energetic). These values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and what it means to be part of THX: a high-performing team that’s always learning, innovating, and focused on leaving people feeling good.
Competitive Salary
Recharge with 25 Days Holiday (with Bank Holiday’s on top).
Looking after your future with a Company Pension.
Special recognition and rewards incentives.
NO MORE PACKED LUNCHES: Enjoy access to our fully stocked kitchens, filled with snacks and treats to keep you fueled throughout the day.
Tool & Equipment Hire for M&E, HVAC, Fire Protection, SFS & Drylining
Industry
Construction
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2006
Headquarters
Bedford
LinkedIn followers
6,993
When a tool doesn't arrive, your team doesn't work. That's the problem we exist to solve.
THX supplies premium branded tools and equipment to M&E, HVAC, Fire Protection, SFS and Drylining specialists across England with timed, tracked and next-day delivery, so you can plan a shift around it.
Our Super-Hub depot model means maximum availability: the kit you need is in stock and dispatched, not chased across a branch network. Our THX Stream service gives you live delivery and collection updates, so you always know where your equipment is and when it's landing. And our team is on hand from 7am - 5pm. We've been doing this since 2006.
What you can expect:
• Timed, tracked and guaranteed next-day delivery
• Live delivery and collection updates via THX Stream
• Maximum availability through our Super-Hub depot
• Premium branded tools and equipment
• Expert hire advice from people who know your trade
• Support 7am–5pm
Hiring for M&E, HVAC, Fire Protection, SFS or Drylining? Get in touch.
Offices: New Road, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3LH, GB
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