Field Service Engineer

Flannery Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd.; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Flannery Plant Hire, un leader dans le secteur de la location d'équipements, recherche un ingénieur de service de terrain motivé pour rejoindre son équipe technique. Le candidat retenu sera responsable de l'installation et de la maintenance des systèmes GPS sur notre flotte, garantissant ainsi la précision des opérations de terrassement. Ce rôle implique de travailler directement avec des responsables de site et des opérateurs pour former et assurer la performance optimale des équipements.

Benefits

Package salarial compétitif

Opportunité de travailler avec une technologie de pointe

Formations et opportunités de développement de carrière

Environnement de travail dynamique et solidaire

Qualifications

• Expérience avec des systèmes de contrôle de machine GPS (Trimble, Topcon, ou Leica).
• Permis de conduire UK complet et volonté de voyager dans tout le pays.

Responsibilities

• Installer, configurer et calibrer des systèmes de contrôle de machine GPS sur différents équipements.
• Fournir un support technique et des services de dépannage sur site et à distance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant engineering or surveying qualifications

Tools

GPS systems

Total Stations

Detection equipment

Job description

Field Service Engineer / GPS / HFR

About Flannery Plant Hire:

Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of operated and self-drive plant equipment, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable machinery to the UK’s largest infrastructure and construction projects. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in plant hire, embracing the latest technology to support our clients and operators.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer to join our technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of GPS and machine control systems across our fleet. This role is crucial in ensuring the precision and efficiency of earthmoving operations and maintaining our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and calibrate GPS and machine control systems (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, Leica) on various plant machinery.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting services to clients and operators on-site and remotely.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on GPS systems to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.
• Work closely with site managers, surveyors, and machine operators to ensure GPS solutions meet site specifications.
• Train plant operators and staff on the use of machine control systems and software.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, calibrations, and service reports.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in machine control and positioning technologies.
• Collaborate with the operations and hire desk teams to ensure timely deployment of GPS-equipped machines.

• Handling data and installing DTM files to machines and preparing and checking customer information using CAD office. Creating avoidance zones and training in the use of file import and export for machine GPS
• Establishing site control, installations of GPS Base Stations, Localisation of GPS machinery, carryout site checks using Leica and Trimble Total Station and GPS Survey equipment

Requirements:

• Establishing site control, installations of GPS Base Stations, Localisation of GPS machinery, carryout site checks using Leica and Trimble Total Station and GPS Survey equipment
• Proven experience with GPS machine control systems (Trimble, Topcon, or Leica preferred).
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with Survey Equipment, GPS, Lasers Total Stations and Detection equipment
• Great attitude, must be willing to listen and learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as needed.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable:

• Relevant engineering or surveying qualifications.
• Experience with telematics and data management platforms.
• CSCS card or equivalent construction site accreditation.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.