Smart Platform Rental Limited
Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanic – Birmingham
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £35,000–£37,000 per annum (depending on experience)
About Smart Platforms
Smart Platforms is one of the UK’s leading specialists in truck-mounted access platform hire and sales. Operating from depots across the country, we supply modern vehicle-mounted cherry pickers for self-drive hire, operated hire and ex-fleet sales.
We’re looking for an experienced and practical Mechanic to join our Birmingham workshop. This is a varied role where no two days are the same, combining inspections, repairs and vehicle preparation to keep our fleet operating safely and efficiently.
The Role
Working within our workshop, you’ll be responsible for preparing vehicles for hire, carrying out repairs, servicing equipment and ensuring our trucks are maintained to the high standards our customers expect.
You’ll work on a modern fleet of truck-mounted access platforms, supporting both our rental and sales operations.
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Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults.
- Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on rental and sales vehicles.
- Complete hire check-outs and check-ins, identifying damage and mechanical defects.
- Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
- Prepare ex-fleet vehicles to a high standard for sale.
- Assist with LOLER preparation and workshop inspections.
- Maintain accurate workshop records and inspection paperwork.
- Work closely with depot manager to maximise fleet availability.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience as a mechanic, plant fitter, technician, commercial vehicle technician or similar.
- Is confident diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
- Has good all-round mechanical ability.
- Takes pride in producing high-quality work.
- Is organised, reliable and self-motivated.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Holds a full UK driving licence.
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Experience with access platforms, commercial vehicles, HGVs, plant machinery or hydraulic equipment would be advantageous, although training will be provided for the right candidate.
What We Offer
- Salary of £35,000–£37,000 depending on experience.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Company pension.
- Full training on our specialist fleet.
- Stable, long-established business.
- Friendly, supportive working environment.
- Opportunities for progression.
Join Smart Platforms
If you’re a capable mechanic looking for a varied workshop role with a growing specialist business, we’d love to hear from you.
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