Trainee Field Service Engineer

Trainee Field Service & Maintenance Engineer

A trainee Field Service Engineer is required to undertake 6 months of training working with a senior engineer in the field. Visit customers' sites UK-wide to repair, test, conduct maintenance, and install.

A practical hands-on engineering background is required in either an on-site or factory environment.

We are looking for a highly driven, customer-focused, practical Engineer. You can expect to spend 5 nights per month away from home and travel UK-wide

The role
An initial training period will include working with other engineers, and after training, site visits alone will be required

• Assembling distribution transformers, LV/HV switch gear onsite
• Fault-finding and resolving after-care services and warranty issues with the equipment.
• Completing maintenance & breakdown support
• Basic site testing requirements for equipment, transformer oil samples and arranging analysis
• Work and collaborate alongside other contractors whilst on site
• Completing site reports for work conducted, ensuring RAMs are completed
• Working on HV/LV power distribution sites, including transformers and switch gear.

Normal working hours are Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00 (37.5 hours per week) with 30mins lunch break, paid overtime

Full training and authorised person certification will be provided

Requirements

• Qualified mechanical or electrical engineer
• Full driving licence
• Practical engineering background i.e. mechanical assembly, service engineer, maintenance engineer, motor winder, mechanic, within a factory, workshop or site-based
• Willing to travel UK-wide, stay away overnight, and often work in dirty environments
• Currently live within 20 miles of the office
• Visa sponsorship is not possible

Package

• 17ph ( 33k)
• 23 days holiday + birthday off
• Company van (after training period)
• Company pension
• Life insurance

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