Field Engineer Vehicle Wash Equipment

ZipRecruiter; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of automated vehicle wash machinery is seeking a Field Service Engineer in South East England. You will be responsible for installations, maintenance, and repairs of commercial vehicle wash equipment. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical and electrical skills, with training provided in specific equipment. Benefits include a competitive salary, company van, and 28 days annual leave.

Benefits

Company van, phone, and laptop

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Good work-life balance

Qualifications

• Competent engineer with excellent fault-finding skills.
• Comfortable working outdoors.
• Willingness to undertake occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Assist with vehicle wash machinery installation and commissioning.
• Attend machinery breakdowns and carry out repairs.
• Undertake scheduled planned maintenance checks.

Skills

Mechanical fault finding

3-phase electrical skills

Communication skills

Computer literate

Education

NVQ3 in Electrical Engineering

18th edition qualification

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a leading supplier of automated vehicle wash machinery. Due to their continued success, Staffbase has been appointed to recruit for the position of Field Service Engineer.

The field service engineer will undertake machine installations, maintenance, and repair work throughout South East England.

The Role:

Reporting to the service manager, you will be responsible for mechanical and basic 3-phase electrical service and repair of commercial vehicle wash equipment. Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Assist with vehicle wash machinery installation and commissioning
• Attend machinery breakdowns and carry out fault finding and repair work
• Undertake scheduled planned maintenance checks
• Ensure accurate visit reports, including details of work undertaken and completed, are recorded on the computer system

Candidate:

You will be a competent engineer with excellent 3-phase electrical and mechanical fault-finding and repair skills. Ideally, you will have a recognized qualification in electrical engineering, e.g., NVQ3 or 18th edition. Previous work experience with vehicle wash and/or high-pressure washer equipment would be beneficial but is not essential, as training will be provided.

You should be computer literate and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. You must be comfortable working outdoors and willing to undertake occasional overnight stays away from home.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary of £40K - £45K + bonus
• Company van, phone, and laptop
• 28 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Good work-life balance