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Site Service Engineer
Location: Cheddar, Somerset
Salary: £36,360
Hours: Monday – Friday (40 hours per week) + Call-out rota (1 week in 3)
Overview:
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Site Service Engineer on behalf of one of our clients. Our client encourages applications from ex-military candidates; however, all applicants will be given due consideration.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out site servicing, repairs, and installation work across a range of customer sites. You will ensure that all tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard, maintaining excellent customer service and supporting the company’s 24/7 breakdown operation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Carry out site visits to perform servicing, repairs, and installations of motors, pumps, and gearboxes as directed by the Site Service Supervisor.
- Complete all required documentation, including risk assessments, timesheets, and service reports, in line with company procedures.
- Adhere to all Health and Safety policies and maintain a safe working environment at all times.
- Provide a professional, customer-focused service while representing the company on site.
- Be available for call-out shifts (1 week in 3) and overtime as required to support 24/7 breakdown services.
- Conduct electrical and mechanical fault-finding and repairs on a range of industrial equipment.
- Work independently or as part of a team to meet operational and customer deadlines.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties within your capabilities as required by the Site Service Supervisor or Manager.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a field-based engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of electric motors, gearboxes, and pumps (essential).
- Electrical understanding of three-phase systems and inverters.
- Experience with generators and PLCs (desirable).
- Mechanical and electrical engineering background.
- Confined space training (advantageous).
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Full UK driving licence (company vehicle provided).
- Flexibility to attend call-outs and work additional hours when required.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.
- Company vehicle and tools provided.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Company pension scheme.
- Supportive and safety-focused working environment.
- Opportunity to work with a respected and skilled engineering team.
