Generator Engineer

LB310 - Generator Engineer Location: CastlefordSalary: Competative Overview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Generator Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out planned service and maintenance work on both hire fleet and customers equipment.
• Fault location, diagnosis and rectification to hire fleet and customers equipment.
• Preparation of equipment for hire.
• Installation and disconnection of equipment on site. (Synchronising where appropriate).
• Installation and commissioning of power to temporary site accommodation. (Wiring in where appropriate).
• Loading and unloading of vehicles.
• Carry out duties on call out rota system.
• Carry out general housekeeping to ensure work areas are tidy.
• Completion and submission of all company paperwork as per procedure.
• Safeguard all company assets; nothing leaves the depot without correct paperwork. .
• Ensure company vehicle or occasional loan vehicle supplied, is kept clean and tidy at all times, serviced within manufacturer’s guideline, and ensure any defects are notified to correct parties and rectified in a timely manner.
• Promote teamwork and co-operation at all times, both within individual depots and right across the entire group of companies.
• Treat all other employees and all our customers professionally and with respect.
• Always act in the best interests of any of the group, and not to carry out (or fail to carry out) any action that would bring the company into disrepute.
• Always work in a responsible manner to ensure safe working practices. Follow Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental guidelines provided by the company - currently ISO 9001:14001 and OHSAS 18001 procedures, including all future notifications.
• Proactively contribute to the company’s policy of continuous improvement.
• Carry out any reasonable ad-hoc duties requested by your direct Line Manager or the Management Team.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Any plant/mechanical engineering qualifications.
• Forklift truck licence (desired but training can be provided).
• NVQ’s or apprenticeships qualifications.
• Experience on generators/plant equipment/heavy engineering (or similar).
• Must be flexible as the job involves unsociable hours (overnights).
• Good communication skills and the ability to connect naturally with people.
• Work well on own initiative and as part of a team.