Workshop Service Engineer
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 March 2026 |
| Location: | St. Helens, Merseyside |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Keyplant Automation Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Key Plant Welderentals, a proud subsidiary of Key Plant Automation, is at the forefront of global rental and leasing services for state-of-the-art welding solutions. Our extensive and meticulously engineered inventory features welders, induction heating machines, end prep cutting machines, welding automation and positioning equipment, welding-related apparatus, and electric power generators. We cater to a diverse range of needs across the globe with unmatched performance and reliability.
Job Type: Full Time
Expected Hours: Monday - Thursday: 08:00-17:00 | Friday: 08:00-15:30
Salary: Based on experience / Overtime Available
The Role
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on welding systems and products distributed by the Company. The position will perform work at the branch facility and at customer sites as required.
Key Plant is a large business in Rentals of Welding Equipment and Automation. We are professional, collaborative, data-driven and our goal is to Hire the best so we can Promote the best in Business. We are looking for a skilled and dependable Service Engineer to join our team. The right candidate will be able to carry out repairs and service equipment within a workshop / onsite environment.
Diagnose, repair, test and calibrate machines for rent or sale per daily schedule.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks on power generation equipment / Electrical equipment.
From a company computer, create documents / orders with details of diagnosis, repairs and parts required for each machine.
Assemble electric, diesel and Automation equipment / accessories for rental and transfer shipments.
Scan and process shipments per Company procedure.
Operate a forklift, crane or other necessary material handling equipment to perform shop duties.
Required to service equipment / customers off-site as needed.
Assist with parts and equipment inventories as needed.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Adheres to all safety rules and maintains quality housekeeping in work area.
Must be organised and have great communication skills.
Qualifications and Experience
3+ Years of related technical experience.
Requirements
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Ability to work overtime/weekends.
Must have a Full UK driving license.
Good communication skills.
Able to work well with others.
Good critical thinking skills.
Highly organised.
Job Type: Full Time
Expected Hours: Monday - Thursday: 08:00-17:00 | Friday: 08:00-15:30
Salary: Based on experience / Overtime Available
The Role
Troubleshoot and perform maintenance on welding systems and products distributed by the Company. The position will perform work at the branch facility and at customer sites as required.
Key Plant is a large business in Rentals of Welding Equipment and Automation. We are professional, collaborative, data-driven and our goal is to Hire the best so we can Promote the best in Business. We are looking for a skilled and dependable Service Engineer to join our team. The right candidate will be able to carry out repairs and service equipment within a workshop / onsite environment.
Diagnose, repair, test and calibrate machines for rent or sale per daily schedule.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance tasks on power generation equipment / Electrical equipment.
From a company computer, create documents / orders with details of diagnosis, repairs and parts required for each machine.
Assemble electric, diesel and Automation equipment / accessories for rental and transfer shipments.
Scan and process shipments per Company procedure.
Operate a forklift, crane or other necessary material handling equipment to perform shop duties.
Required to service equipment / customers off-site as needed.
Assist with parts and equipment inventories as needed.
Ability to work independently and under some pressure to meet deadlines.
Adheres to all safety rules and maintains quality housekeeping in work area.
Must be organised and have great communication skills.
Qualifications and Experience
3+ Years of related technical experience.
Requirements
Excellent troubleshooting skills.
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
Ability to work overtime/weekends.
Must have a Full UK driving license.
Good communication skills.
Able to work well with others.
Good critical thinking skills.
Highly organised.