Field Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician | Watford | Full Time | £33,000–£37,000 per annum + Company VanHours: Full Time – 48 hours per week (40 hours on site 8 hours travel)Do you enjoy solving practical problems, working hands-on and seeing a job through from inspection to completion?Our client specialises in the inspection, maintenance, repair and installation of sports, gymnasium and fixed equipment for schools, leisure facilities, MOD sites and other organisations across the UK.This is a varied field-based role where no two days are the same. You could be carrying out equipment inspections, completing repairs, installations or larger remedial works, working independently or alongside other engineers.We are looking for someone based in or around Watford / West London, with a strong practical background, good problem-solving skills and the ability to work confidently on customer sites.The RoleAs a Field Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out inspections, maintenance, repairs and installation works at customer sites, ensuring all work is completed safely, professionally and to a high standard.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out inspections, maintenance, repairs and installation works in accordance with company standards and Health and Safety regulationsIdentify defects and appropriate remedial measures, looking for repair options rather than replacement where possibleProduce accurate and detailed site reports, including findings, work completed, recommendations and quotesProvide measurements, drawings, photographs, supplier part numbers and prices to support accurate quotationsIdentify and obtain the parts, equipment and tools required for each jobRead job paperwork and RAMS before attending site to ensure the work, tools, parts, PPE and safe working methods are understoodCarry out vehicle checks and plan journeys to ensure punctual arrival at customer sitesNotify the office promptly of any overruns, delays, access issues or aborted visitsComplete job paperwork and reports and return them to the office within 24 hoursMaintain the company vehicle, tools, PPE and vehicle stock in accordance with company standardsComplete timesheets, vehicle checks, PPE, clothing, tools and stock checks as requiredComplete Health and Safety training, toolbox talks and company training as requiredMaintain a clean, tidy and organised vehicle and report any defectsCollaborate with colleagues and assist with the instruction and training of new engineersSupport colleagues and supervise on-site works where requiredWorking Hours & TravelThis is a 48-hour working week, consisting of:40 hours of site/work time8 hours of travel time per weekEngineers are expected to be on site and ready to start work at 8:00am, so early starts will form part of the role depending on the location of the site.The role involves regular travel throughout London, the South East and across the UK, along with travel to the Manchester base when required.Overnight stays away from home are required as part of the role, typically around 2–5 nights per month.Applicants should therefore be comfortable with:Regular drivingEarly startsTravelling throughout the UKStaying away from home when requiredDriving to Manchester when necessaryRequirementsEssentialPractical experience in an inspection, reporting, maintenance, fitting or installation roleExperience using hand and power toolsExperience working at height of up to 30ft using ladders and towersStrong practical problem-solving and fault-finding skillsAbility to identify sensible repair solutions rather than automatically replacing equipmentGood technical competence and attention to detail, with the ability to understand parts diagramsExcellent customer service and organisational skillsGood verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and use initiative, as well as working effectively as part of a teamAbility to produce clear and accurate reportsFull clean UK driving licenceGood working knowledge of Word, Excel, PDF and iPad iOSDBS checkNecessary permits to work in the UKDesirableExperience using floor sanders/buffersExperience with arc weldingPASMA certificateExperience supervising on-site worksExperience assisting with the training or instruction of new engineersWhat’s In It For You£33,000–£37,000 per annumCompany vanStandard pension28 days’ holidayMonday to Friday working40 hours of site/work time + 8 hours of travel time per weekVaried work across a wide range of customer sitesOpportunity to develop specialist skillsTraining and development within the sports and gymnasium equipment industryWe are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, is reliable, thinks ahead and enjoys finding solutions to practical problems. If you are a hands-on engineer looking for a varied field-based role and the opportunity to develop specialist skills, we would like to hear from you.
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