Generator engineer

Finning International; Cannock; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Finning Power Rental LP (UK) is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to maintain generators, load banks, transformers and ancillary gear across the UK and Ireland. You will lead site installation, commissioning and decommissioning of rental solutions, with strong emphasis on safety and documentation.

The role requires an apprenticeship background (NVQ Level 3 mechanical/electrical) and 5+ years in the rental energy sector or a similar field, plus a valid driver’s license and relevant safety

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship trained with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• 5+ years in rental energy sector or similar.
• Driver’s license; Safe pass/CSCS as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service and maintain equipment per maintenance schedules.
• Complete ready-to-rent task and document in CAT inspection app.
• Complete rental returns process and document in CAT inspection app.
• Setup rental equipment per customer requirements and drawings.
• Troubleshoot technical problems quickly and safely.
• Support logistics for inbound/outbound equipment as needed.
• Lead site installation, commissioning and decommissioning of rental solutions.
• Perform in-depth repairs on rental equipment.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and risk assessments.

Skills

Maintenance engineering

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Project coordination

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical or Electronic)

Tools

CAT inspection app

Job description

Job Description:

Company: Finning Power Rental LP (UK) Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position

Overview: You will part of the Finning Power Rental team, working on a wide range of electric power projects across the UK and Ireland. Setting up rental solutions and ensuring the rental equipment including generators, load-banks, transformers, fuel tanks and ancillaries are in a serviceable condition to support our rental customers.

Major Job Functions:

• Inspect, service and maintain the rental equipment (generators, transports, fuel tanks, loadbanks, cables, panels) in line with the maintenance schedules (5%)
• Complete the ready to rent task for the rental equipment, recording the inspection and documenting the data within CAT inspection application. (5%)
• Complete the rental returns process for the rental equipment, recording the inspection and documenting the data within CAT inspection application. (5%)
• Setup the rental equipment according to the agreed requirements of the customer, and if applicable, according to the project drawings and descriptions from the Application Engineering team. (15%)
• Troubleshoot technical problems encountered on equipment and resolve the problem in a quick, safe and efficient way. (15%)
• Provide support in the preparation and execution of logistics for inbound and outbound equipment when required. (5%)
• Lead the site installation (to designed layout), commissioning and decommissioning of the rental solution. Including the synchronisation of several generators. (20%)
• Troubleshoot complex technical problems encountered on equipment and resolve the problem in a quick, safe, and efficient way. (10%)
• Performing more in-depth repairs on the rental equipment (15%)
• Full adherence to all Health & Safety policies and procedures, including positive approach to ‘Logincident’ and pre-task risk assessments in a timely manner. (5%)

Competencies:

Customer Focus: Being successful means continuously paying attention to customer needs and adapting as these evolve. This heightens the importance of building strong customer relationships and delivering customer centric solutions.

Cultivates Innovation: Paying attention to what customers want and need – new and improved products, services, solutions, and experiences. Taking initiative and collaborating with people who have diverse points of view.

Embrace the mindset you and Finning are never done, never satisfied, never standing still.

Drives Results: Infusing the team and organizations with a sense of urgency. Creating a culture where organizational performance is always top of mind. Communicating a vision, setting priorities, developing and executing plans that achieve the desired outcome for Finning

Courage: Being comfortable with the conflict that is inherent to being a champion of an idea or course of action. Meeting tough situations head‑on to constructively resolve them. Saying what needs to be said at the right time, to the right person, in the right manner to effect change.

Specific Skills:

The completion and demonstrated application of the skills within the Finning E&T service and maintenance engineering up to and including the advance level of training Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy to understand manner. Ability to work in a fast‑paced, self‑directed, entrepreneurial environment. Ability to direct and mentor members of Finning Power Rental engineering team and sub‑contractors. Resourceful, with the ability to work independently. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances. Excellent understanding of Health & Safety regulations. Customer focused and commercially aware. Flexible approach to 24/7 business.

Knowledge:

Strong working experience of mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. Good knowledge of product range, product control across the rental equipment portfolio Good working knowledge of Load bank process including the setup and testing processes

Accountability:

Ensure that you work safely and in accordance with the QHSSE policies and procedures of the company to prevent accidents from happening and report near misses, incidents and accidents immediately without any delay. Ensure you work in adherence to the Company’s Electrical Safety Policy.

Education & Experience:

Apprenticeship trained, NVQ Level 3 (Mechanical or Electronic) or equivalent. Good knowledge of Health & Safety. Driver’s license. A proven track record and technical hands‑on field experience in the maintenance, diagnostic, investigation of mechanical / electrical faults and problems. 5 years’ plus experience in the Rental energy sector or a similar role. Further mechanical and/or electronic engineering qualifications. Safe pass (ROI) or CSCS (UK) required. Offshore certifications (where required). Has achieved and demonstrated a competent skill level of ability on all basic and a part of the advance skills for Level 1 Engineer as per the companies training and skills matrix.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Finning is a forces‑friendly employer having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and pledges to treat those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families fairly.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world‑wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.