Multi Skilled Service Engineer/ Field Service Engineer

Location
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Salary
£30000 - £40000 per annum
Posted
28 Sep 2018
Closes
26 Oct 2018
Ref
NEOG-06
Contact
Bluetown Online
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Title: Multi Skilled Service Engineer / Field Service Engineer

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 dependent on experience.

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent (Average 37 hours per week + paid premiums for overtime and weekend working)

The company provides robust hydraulic solutions for customers who prefer a partner not just a vendor and is one of the leading European specialists. As professionals in design, manufacture assemble, service and test the company pioneers multi-fluid trials to maximise the value of alternative hydraulic fluids. The company's goal is to lead development in hydraulic solutions for demanding applications.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join an expanding business and be part of a dynamic and growing team. The role requires flexibility working both in-house at the Leeds base and customer sites across the UK. As a Service Engineer you will provide excellent, efficient, timely service and support to their customers, often at short notice. Travel and stays away from home are to be expected.

This is a challenging role which requires flexibility in ability to respond to customer and business needs, excellent communication and team working.

Main duties will include:

  • Installation
  • Commission
  • Fault Finding / Diagnostics
  • Service
  • Repair
  • Retrofits
  • Upgrades
  • Completing field reports and timesheets/expense forms in a timely manner
  • Conforming to company health and safety procedures and policies
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and practices

Essential Requirements:

  • Excellent understanding of electrical/hydraulic system drawings and components
  • Experience calibrating flow, pressure, temperature and positional devices and instruments
  • Willingness to work on a multi skilled basis
  • Fault finding on electro/hydraulic systems
  • Experience in field diagnosis
  • Excellent communication skills at all levels and a desire to provide excellent customer service
  • Ability to work safely at all times
  • Valid UK driving licence

Desirable:

  • Experience of electro/hydraulic systems control and associated components including Piston Pumps, Prefil Valves, high pressure manifolds and proportional control
  • Work experience in the Steel processing or power generation industries
  • Experience of writing site specific method statements
  • Previous experience working in a field based role
  • Knowledgeable in site and workshop repairs and testing of pumps and valves
  • ONC / HNC qualified or recognised relevant Apprenticeship

Benefits:

  • Company Pension Scheme
  • 33 days holiday per year
  • Company Vehicle

When applying applicants should provide a covering letter detailing their salary expectations and availability to commence work.

Please note: All candidates must be currently eligible to both live and work in the United Kingdom.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with experience of: Field Service Engineer, Service Engineer, Multi-skilled Engineer, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Hydraulics Engineer, Electro-Hydraulics Systems, Fault Repair Engineer, Maintenance Technician, may also be considered for this role.