Commercial Gas Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Livingston; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food and beverage technology is seeking a Commercial Gas Engineer to provide technical support post-installation. This remote role requires significant travel and offers a competitive salary with benefits, emphasizing employee development and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Retail discounts

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Gas certification is essential.
• HND qualification or equivalent apprenticeship in a technical discipline.
• Experience with factory production equipment and PLC systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Perform service calls involving adjustments and part replacements.
• Train customer technical staff on operation and maintenance best practices.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Education

HND qualification or equivalent apprenticeship

Gas certification (COCN1, CIGA1, CDGA1, etc.)

Job description

Overview

At JBT Corporation, what we do matters. We recognize that our employees' contributions are key to our success. Our purpose is to fortify the future of food, guiding our vision to be the global leader in food and beverage technology by harnessing JBT's full potential to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our values define us at our best: Serve with Integrity, Collaborate with Humility, Grow with Agility, and Innovate with Impact.

The Opportunity

As a Commercial Gas Engineer, reporting to the Service Manager for UK & Ireland, you will provide technical support to our customers post-installation, assisting with troubleshooting and repairs throughout the equipment's lifecycle. The role is based anywhere in England, preferably in and around the Midlands, covering South, Central, and South West regions, with occasional international travel.

On a typical day, you may:

1. Work independently to diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues, explaining solutions to customers verbally and in writing.
2. Perform service calls involving adjustments, part replacements, and synchronization of mechanisms, which may involve electrical, mechanical, pneumatics, or gas systems.
3. Submit detailed service and inspection reports following each call.
4. Coordinate with Project Managers regarding service orders and communicate any issues to customers and management promptly.
5. Recommend improvements, modifications, and maintenance practices for equipment.
6. Train customer technical staff on operation, sanitation, and maintenance best practices.
7. Promote JBT services, service agreements, and OEM parts to support equipment operation and generate sales.

Requirements for the Role

• Gas certification is essential: COCN1, CIGA1, and CDGA1; or CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1, MET1, CPA1 for those from a domestic background.
• HND qualification or equivalent apprenticeship in a technical discipline.
• Combination of light electrical skills and strong mechanical skills.
• Experience with factory production equipment and PLC systems is beneficial.
• Desirable: experience with forced draft package burners, specifically Weishaupt and Riello models.

Travel & Location

This role is fully remote, with approximately 80-85% travel required.

Why Work at JBT

We are committed to employee development and fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture. We offer opportunities for growth and challenge, along with benefits including a starting salary of £45k, OTE £55-59k, 33 days holiday, retail discounts, life assurance, pension scheme, and employee assistance programs.

Commitment to Diversity

JBT values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging as core to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and provide reasonable accommodations during the application process.