Engineer - Tail Lift

GT1 Thermo King UK Limited; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Field Tail Lift Engineer based near Colchester to service and repair tail lift, double deck, and related equipment on customer sites. You will optimize van stock, perform daily safety checks, and ensure adherence to ISO9002 while maintaining high customer service standards.

The role requires independent work, a clean driving licence, and willingness to travel extensively, including on-call and some overtime.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• NVQ qualification in hydraulics/electrics (desirable) or equivalent experience working to manufacturer standards.
• Experienced Tail Lift and Commercial Engineer.
• Commercial experience working with electro‑mechanical systems, including engines, compressors, and hydraulic equipment.
• Skilled in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems.
• Welding certification.
• STE/Weight Test certification.
• Able to work independently in a safe and professional manner, maintaining customer units and company property to the highest standards.
• Clean driving Licence.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office), able to use a palmtop computer (with training).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and relationship-building skills.
• Methodical and systematic approach to work.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to high standards of customer service and professionalism.
• Punctuality, efficient and target driven.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of tail lift, double deck, VBG, Shutter door equipment.
• Optimize and maintain engineer van stock to enhance service delivery.
• Ensure relevant safety checks on the company van daily.
• Maintain knowledge to meet ISO9002 standards.
• Liaise with service center on job start, completion, downtime, and purchase orders.
• Complete paperwork and online PDA entries for central control and invoicing.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, safety standards, and ISO9002 requirements.
• Promote and generate business with existing or potential customers.
• Provide technical help to customers and TK personnel as required.
• Attend training and e-learning courses for development.
• Perform other duties aligned with the role.

Skills

Tail Lift Experience

Electro‑mechanical Systems

Hydraulic Systems

Welding Certification

Weight Test Certification

Clean Driving Licence

IT Literacy

Education

GCSE Maths & English

NVQ in Hydraulics/Electrics (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.

Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Where is the work:

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations. We are seeking for Tail Lift Engineer. Thermo King UK delivers comprehensive maintenance services for tail lifts, including three scheduled services per year, one of which includes a weight test and all required LOLER Statutory Thorough Examinations. Our full maintenance package can be reviewed and tailored to meet individual customer needs. The service also covers breakdown support both in and out of hours, including parts, labour, call‑outs, travel, and mileage. Damage and operational errors are excluded.

Location:

Candidates for this position should be based in the surrounding areas of Colchester.

What you will do:

Servicing and repair of tail lift, double deck, VBG, Shutter door equipment, limiting costs of stock used on contract accounts and maximizing revenue generation in all areas. Optimize and maintain engineer van stock to maintain and enhance service delivery to customers. Ensure relevant safety checks are carried out on the company van on a daily basis. Maintain product and customer requirements knowledge to always meet ISO9002 standards. To liaise with the service center with regards to job start and completion times, downtime and overtime authorization, cost updates, and customer purchase orders. Complete all relevant paperwork and on-line (PDA) requirements enabling central control and invoicing to maintain a high standard of customer interface – keeping the customer informed. Ensure adherence to company procedures in line with company policies, Health & safety procedures and ISO9002 standards. Ensure customer service is a priority, and conduct and corporate image (self, van, tools, spares) are first rate. Promote and generate business with existing or potential customers. Provide technical help or assistance to customers and other TK personnel as required. Undertake company training (at our dedicated training Center in Tamworth,) if required and self-development through attendance on manufacturers' courses, company on-line courses (E-Learning) certification processes. Perform other duties and projects which correspond to the general character of the position.

What you will bring:

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• NVQ qualification in hydraulics/electrics (desirable) or equivalent experience working to manufacturer standards.
• Experienced Tail Lift and Commercial Engineer.
• Commercial experience working with electro‑mechanical systems, including engines, compressors, and hydraulic equipment.
• Skilled in diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems.
• Welding certification.
• STE/Weight Test certification.
• Able to work independently in a safe and professional manner, maintaining customer units and company property to the highest standards.
• Clean driving Licence.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office), able to use a palmtop computer (with training).
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and relationship-building skills.
• Methodical and systematic approach to work.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to high standards of customer service and professionalism.
• Punctuality, efficient and target driven.

This role requires extensive travel and working on customer sites. You will need to be physically fit to perform required tasks. There is also a requirement for participation in additional on-call roster, including overtime, working nights and weekends (for which enhanced payment is offered).

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share.

Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home.

At Trane Technologies, we believe in providing equal access and opportunity for all. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]