EXCITING OPPORTUNITY: MAINTENANCE ENGINEER FOR CRANE AND PLANT HIRE FIRM, OLDHAM

GGR Group Ltd is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Electrical / Mechanical engineer to handle the maintenance and testing of Machinery and lifting equipment.
Applicants need to have previous electrical / mechanical engineering experience and must be able to read electrical, hydraulic diagrams & have an understanding of systems and controls.
We need a team player, with enthusiasm and sound technical knowledge.
This role would be very suitable for an individual with an electrical background in automotive, plant machinery, or agricultural equipment.

ABOUT GGR GROUP

At GGR Group, we are proud to be the UK’s leading provider of specialist lifting solutions, with a reputation for innovation, quality, and excellence that spans over 30 years.
Founded in 1995, we’ve grown from a family-run business into a multi-award-winning company supplying state-of-the-art vacuum lifters, mini spider cranes, pick and carry cranes, restricted access lifting equipment and more.
With depots in Oldham, Buckinghamshire, and Glasgow– and a trusted network of dealers across Europe and the Middle East – we support major infrastructure and construction projects including HS2 and The Shard.
At GGR Group, you’ll find a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment where talent is nurtured, training is encouraged, and every individual has the chance to make an impact. We’re committed to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, and we take pride in our inclusive, team-focused culture.
If you’re looking for a rewarding career with a company that’s shaping the future of lifting equipment, we’d love to hear from you.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

· Engineering based qualification (Level 3 advantageous)
· Previous experience working in an electrical background in automotive, plant machinery, or agricultural equipment.
· Supervisory experience advantageous
· Electrical engineering experience
· Mechanical engineering skills
· Flexibility & willingness to support other departments within the company
· Willingness to support and train others
· Understanding of health and safety requirements
· Computer skills for daily emails, communication & machine diagnostics
· Communication skills
· Administrative skills
· Problem Solving Ability
· Resourceful with high attention to detail.

· Undertaking maintenance, service and repair of a range of lifting equipment for both rental and customer machinery.
· Electrically biased role with a working understanding of maintenance, diagnosis, fault finding, and repair of electrical systems AC & DC, 12VDC – 440VAC.
· Ability to read and understand electric wiring diagrams from multiple different supplier / manufacturers.
· Provide knowledge, support and documented feedback including written reports where required.
· Phone / Email support working with customers and internal staff
· Diagnosis and rectification of plant/equipment defects.
· To maintain records for health & safety, customer service records, machine files & certification.
· On site repairs and maintenance where required.
· To maintain, promote and improve health & safety in the workplace.
· Interest in new products and innovative solutions for the future
· Creation, maintenance and modification of technical files
· All other workshop duties as deemed necessary.