Workshop Engineer

Department: Technology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Waltham Abbey

Reporting To: Craig Goddard

Compensation: £30,000 / year

Description

At Reconomy Connect, we’re changing the way the world thinks about waste. By bringing together several of Reconomy’s market-leading brands and specialist services, we’re leading the shift from traditional waste disposal to smart, sustainable resource management.

With over 30 years of experience, we combine cutting-edge technology with the power of people to deliver bespoke, end-to-end waste solutions. Our work helps customers reduce costs, improve sustainability, and meet their environmental goals, while driving real change.

As part of our growing team in Waltham Abbey, you’ll join over 60 colleagues who are all working toward one shared goal: a world without waste, by implementing initiatives like The Greener Path Programme to our customer base.

Why Join Us?

At Reconomy Connect - Waltham Abbey, our success is built on four core values:

Community: We work hand-in-hand with the communities we serve, creating cleaner environments and supporting local development.
Colleague: We believe our people are our greatest asset. We invest in your growth, wellbeing, and success through training, support, and career progression.
Customer: We are trusted by clients across the UK to deliver reliable, responsive, and innovative recycling services.
Environment: Everything we do is driven by a passion for sustainability and a commitment to reducing landfill and carbon impact.

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Workshop Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with hands-on engineering experience who thrives in a collaborative workshop environment and is eager to contribute to innovative projects.

Some of the key duties include:

Confidently remove and install mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Fault find and repair low-voltage PLC-based control and safety systems.
Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems.
Assist with loading, unloading, and deliveries to site as a second person.
Wash, strip, prepare, paint, and reassemble equipment.
Maintain a clean and organised workshop, yard, and building.
Support general building maintenance tasks.
Collaborate with the stores person to organise stock and parts.

Additional job information:
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 – 17:00 (40 hours)

What we need from you

A valid UK driving licence.
Proven engineering experience across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Practical knowledge of PLC control systems.
A hands-on, proactive approach to workshop tasks.
Willingness to travel to site using a pool vehicle when required.
Must be commutable to Waltham Abbey.

What we offer

Holidays and Birthday Leave – Start with 23 days, increasing to 25 after 2 years of service, plus bank holidays. After one year, you can also take advantage of our holiday buy/sell scheme for added flexibility. Also, enjoy your special day off once you reach 1 year of service.
Volunteering Day - 1 paid day per year to support local charities.
MyPerks Platform - Access a wide range of discounts, cashback offers, cycle-to-work scheme, gym membership discounts, mortgage advice, and skip hire discounts.
Financial & Family Support - Competitive pension contributions, life assurance, and enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
Health & Wellbeing – Flu jabs, eyecare vouchers, Employee Assistance Programme, confidential counselling, MyPerks wellbeing centre, and access to trained Mental Health Fire Aiders.
Employee Referral Programme - Recommend great talent and earn a reward.
Long Service Awards - Celebrating your milestones with us.
Reward & Recognition Schemes - Recognising and celebrating achievements across the business.
Employee Voice: Regular “My Voice” surveys and follow-up check-ins to drive meaningful change.

If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you - apply today and become a key part of our workshop team!

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