Service Engineer

Job Overview:Our client, a leading supplier of ancillary solutions & material handling equipment to plastics manufacturer have retained our services to search for a Service Engineer to join their growing team.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary & overtime rates
• Realistic OT of between £3-6K per annum (ROTE £48-53K)
• Competitive company pension
• 25 days holiday / annum
• 2x Death in Service benefit
• Company mobile phone
• Fully stock company van
• Hand and power tools
• Extensive company & product training in UK

Remit:

• As a Service Engineer you will take care of the service, installation &commissioning and training of equipment supplied to customers throughout the UK.
• Regular travel will be required during the working week, a company vehicle will be provided and accommodation and subsistence expenses will be covered by the company
• The successful candidate will have proven experience with machinery maintenance, ideally within the plastics industry but other industries will be considered.

Responsibilities:

• As a Service Engineer you will be responsible for the service, repair and installation of a variety of plastics manufacturing ancillary equipment
• You will be responsible for running onsite installation works, client liaison and job completion to a high standard
• Provide breakdown assistant both at customers sites and by telephone
• Provide remote and on-site technical support to clients, troubleshooting issues with material handling and auxiliary equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including inspections, cleaning, and parts replacement, to ensure equipment reliability and longevity.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of technical issues to maximize customer satisfaction.

Experience Requirements:

• Electrical/Mechanical Engineering HNC or similar qualification
• You will have a background in machinery maintenance, servicing and installation preferably within the plastics industry
• Excellent communication skills & a professional manner
• Self-motivated, reliable and must be able to work unsupervised
• Good project & time management skills
• All candidates must be flexible as travel is required throughout the UK