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Workshop Engineer (Solihull)
Solihull, Birmingham
Up to £39,000 per annum dependent on experience
Workshop engineer needed for our Solihull Site.
We are an employee focused business committed to developing people to ensure that we have the best there is as part of our ever expanding team.
Are you ready to work for one of the largest manufacturers of liquid waste vacuum tankers and jetting equipment in Europe?
Then Join our Whale Family!
Full time: Monday – Thursday 07.30 – 16.00, Friday 07.30 – 15.30
You will be carrying out maintenance and repairs to tanker bodies and all associated equipment and systems, including; pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical circuits.
Prior service engineer experience is a must, and it is desirable for you to have welding experience and the skills and knowledge having worked directly within this industry, we recognise that transferable skills are fine but evidenced within a similar industry,
Your main job responsibilities will be:
- Carry out maintenance and repairs to tanker bodies and all associated equipment and systems
- Post build fabrication & modification of body equipment and associated parts to suit customer requirements
- Periodic / post repair tank testing inspections and sign off
- Servicing and repairs to both Whale and Non- Whale vehicles, including welding
- Maintaining a clean, organised and productive work area
- Adhere, and work to, Health and Safety regulations
We are looking for someone who is / has:
- Knowledge and experience of working with commercial vehicles, plant machinery / HGV vehicles
- An engineering background including knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic and electric circuits
- A background in welding would be desirable
- A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive is essential
- A good problem solver with the ability to see an issue to its end
- The ability to work at heights and in confined spaces would be desirable
Interview date: To be confirmed
If this sounds good to you and you feel you have the relevant skills and experience then apply today because not only will you be joining an expanding, enthusiastic and proactive company where no two days are the same, we also have some wonderful benefits on offer.
What are the benefits?
- One off £500 per annum holiday bonus when you take 5 days off in one block
- Bonus scheme based on the performance of the company
- Private medical insurance (BUPA)
- Competitive Company Pension Scheme
- Secure employment with a longstanding supportive business with opportunity for advancement
- Annual pay reviews
- 25 days holiday (plus statutory days) per calendar year – 5 days more than the legal requirement
- Death in service for employees
- Employee assistance programme – offering free wellbeing (mental and physical) and financial advice and support
- Employee discount scheme including restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more
- Cycle to work scheme
- Full training, equipment and PPE provided
- Long service awards
- Free parking
Full job description is attached at the bottom of this page
