Job Description

Train to become a Palfinger crane specialist!

This is a rare Workshop role at our site in Coalville offering full manufacturer training, clear progression routes, and the chance to train to become a product specialist for one of the world's leading crane brands.

For the past 35 years Palfinger UK have been proud to represent the internationally renowned range of Palfinger lorry loader and Epsilon construction, recycling and forestry cranes.

As the exclusive UK distributor, we provide the full aftersales support that's expected of a market leader. Due to an internal promotion we're looking to recruit an additional engineer to join our Leicester Workshop team.

You'll be working with a brand known globally for quality, innovation and reliability. Your training will turn into real expertise, and we'll help you move from engineer/mechanic to become a trusted manufacturer specialist who keeps our world-class cranes performing at their best.

This role is ideal for a Hydraulic Engineer, Service Engineer, Plant Fitter, HGV Technician or Mechanic who wants to build on existing hydraulic and mechanical knowledge, develop electrically and progress into a long-term, rewarding career with a company that invests in its people.

Company Benefits

Palfinger UK (part of the T H White Group) are committed to developing our engineers to enable them to achieve their maximum potential. Our extensive company benefits reward you now and as your career progresses, these include:

A negotiable salary, based on your capability & experience, with annual pay reviews. Opportunities to advance your pay to senior Service Engineer grades. Overtime (paid at a premium) if you wish to increase your earnings. Formal manufacturer & ALLMI accredited training supporting your journey to becoming a Palfinger product specialist. Cross-divisional career development plans, providing a wide variety of future job opportunities including Management, Technical or Training roles across our large engineering organisation. 23.5 days holiday - rising to 26.5 days with service + Bank Holidays. Share Plan - providing our employees with a real stake in the business. Competitive company pension scheme offering employer contributions of up to 8.5%, with a combined total of 12.5% when you contribute! (subject to qualifying period). Life Assurance cover providing up to 5 times salary with service. Staff discounts on a huge variety of products including tools, workwear, household supplies and machinery at our group (T H WHITE) store.

Duties:

You'll join a professional and well-equipped workshop environment.

After extensive training you'll be undertaking extensive repairs and service work on our premium range of Palfinger and Epsilon cranes.

Our workshop team work 42 hours per week Monday - Thursday 08:00-17:00 / Friday 08:00-16:30.

Requirements:

Demonstrable experience servicing and repairing hydraulic and mechanical systems on heavy machinery - whether from plant, HGV, agricultural, access, hydraulic hose, tail-lift, or similar hydraulic backgrounds. Willingness to learn and develop into a manufacturer-trained specialist Service Technician. A positive attitude, good problem-solving approach, and pride in delivering quality work. This is a workshop/ site-based role, so you must be willing to travel to our Leicester Workshop LE67 1TU daily.

Ready to take the next step?

If you're looking for a company that invests in your training, values your contribution and offers a clear route to career advancement, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and start your journey to becoming a Palfinger specialist.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 40,700.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Employee stock purchase plan Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person