Hydraulic Hose Engineer - Field Repair & Maintenance

Van Elle; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Healthcare plan

Training centre access

Employee support line

Job summary

Van Elle is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Hose Engineer in the UK to support manufacture, installation, inspection and maintenance of hydraulic hoses for a fleet. You will diagnose faults, replace worn hoses, and assist with stock control while adhering to safety standards.

The role covers workshop and site work, with on-call support and opportunities for ongoing training. A forklift licence and relevant plant maintenance qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience with hydraulic hoses and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to manufacture and fit hydraulic hoses.
• Understanding of hydraulic components, fittings and pipework.
• Experience on construction, plant or heavy equipment.
• Ability to diagnose hydraulic faults and carry out repairs.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and assemble hydraulic hoses to required specifications.
• Inspect, diagnose and replace damaged or worn hydraulic hoses and fittings.
• Carry out hydraulic hose repairs and installations within the workshop and at operational sites.
• Respond to plant breakdowns and attend sites to provide emergency hose repair services when required.
• Maintain stock levels of hydraulic hoses, fittings, couplings and associated consumables.
• Monitor inventory and place replenishment requests to ensure adequate stock availability.
• Maintain accurate stock records and assist with stock audits.
• Ensure all hydraulic repairs are completed to a high standard and in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct inspections of hydraulic systems to identify potential issues before failure occurs.
• Assist workshop personnel with general plant maintenance, servicing and repairs as required.
• Support the maintenance and repair of piling rigs, excavators, cranes, generators and other plant equipment.
• Complete all documentation relating to repairs, inspections and stock movements.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Adhere to company health, safety and environmental procedures at all times.
• Participate in on-call or out-of-hours breakdown support when required.
• Conduct self in a way that reflect and promotes the Van Elle company values.
• Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle's policies and procedures
• Any other tasks that you may reasonably be required to undertake.

Skills

Hydraulic hoses & systems

Hose manufacturing & fitting

Hydraulic components & piping

Diagnostics & repairs

Independent / team working

Health & safety

Stock management

Forklift licence

Education

Plant maintenance qualification

Engineering qualification

Job description

Van Elle is seeking an experienced Hydraulic Hose Engineer in the UK to support manufacture, installation, inspection and maintenance of hydraulic hoses for a fleet. You will diagnose faults, replace worn hoses, and assist with stock control while adhering to safety standards.

The role covers workshop and site work, with on-call support and opportunities for ongoing training. A forklift licence and relevant plant maintenance qualifications are preferred.