Engine & Transmission Rebuild Engineer

Overview

As an Engine & Transmission Rebuild Engineer, you will be based in Finning’s Component Rebuild workshop and tasked with stripping down, inspecting, rebuilding and testing engines and transmission systems and components. You will ensure refurbishments are carried out to Finning standards and customer requirements.

• Undertake a detailed inspection of the equipment to confirm or expand on initial field inspection reports, enabling a commercial assessment of the likely repair/refurbishment work.
• Carry out standard diagnostic tests on components to enable accurate cost evaluations or for the issue of condition and warranty agreements to customers.
• Produce a comprehensive list of parts and materials required for the proposed machine preparation work.
• Undertake overhaul, repair or refurbishment work on the machine to the agreed work plan, removing and dispatching components for specialist attention, re-installing the original or replacement parts, or repairing original parts.
• Inspect and test completed machines to ensure the unit operates to expected performance levels.

• Flexibility, organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail, work accuracy/numeracy and quality orientation
• Work autonomously on your own initiative as well as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships across all levels of the business
• Motivated and dynamic self-starter
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
• Effective problem-solver with strong analytical skills
• Committed and positive attitude with a customer focus and the ability to build rapport with customers

• Deep understanding of the use of general service manuals and computerised Service Information System (SIS) from the OEM
• Practical knowledge of tooling and specialised equipment to conduct repairs on difficult and heavy machinery
• Practical knowledge of rigging, slinging and jacking procedures
• Knowledge of diesel engines and components
• Electrical, hydraulic and mechanical fitting knowledge

• Adhere to agreed job times and ensure the highest quality of finished machines
• Maintain availability of machines ready to hire and presentation of machine stock in yard
• Ensure positive feedback and minimal customer complaints
• Constant awareness of SHEQ obligations and maintain a tidy and safe working area

• Preferably with a background in plant machinery or similar industries (e.g., HGV, agriculture, power generation)
• Experience with assembly and disassembly of diesel engines and components
• Either apprentice trained or minimum 5 years’ experience in a quality service environment within a similar industry
• A licence to drive reach trucks is required
• Practical experience in operating construction equipment in confined spaces and mechanical fitting work on large-scale machines

If you are a Workshop Technician, HGV Mechanic, Construction Plant Fitter or Diesel Fitter/Mechanic and have experience working on engines and transmission systems and would like to join an industry-leading organisation, then apply online today.

Finning is an equal opportunity employer and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Finning is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require an adjustment, please inform your recruiter.

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