Installation Engineer / Class 1 HGV Driver

TipTopJob; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Installation Technician, where you will be at the forefront of medical imaging technology installations across the UK and Ireland. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your mechanical or electrical expertise with professional driving skills. You will receive comprehensive training and support, leading to specialist certification in medical equipment installations. Enjoy the benefits of tax-free allowances for overnight work, increasing holiday entitlement, and a supportive work-life balance. If you're ready to make a significant impact in healthcare technology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Tax-free overnight allowances

Paid rest periods

Increasing holiday entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Valid C+E licence is essential for the role.
• Strong interest in mechanical or electrical engineering is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport and install medical imaging equipment nationwide.
• Collaborate with project managers and clinical staff for seamless installations.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Standards

Education

C+E Licence

Background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Installation Technician C+E Licence

Location: Oxfordshire base, working nationwide

Salary: GBP36,000 - GBP45,000 per annum plus tax-free nights out allowance

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About The Role

Join Simon Hegeles specialist team as an Installation Technician, working on the forefront of medical imaging technology installations across the UK and Ireland. This role combines expertise in mechanical or electrical systems with professional driving skills, offering a unique opportunity for career development with a respected global company.

You will install advanced MRI, CT, X-ray, and other state-of-the-art medical imaging equipment at hospitals, clinics, and research facilities nationwide, with occasional opportunities in Northern Europe. Full training and support will be provided, leading to specialist certification in medical equipment installations.

Please note that a C+E License (Class 1 HGV Licence) is essential for this role; only candidates with this license will be considered.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safely transport and assist in the installation of complex medical imaging equipment as part of an expert team.
2. Collaborate with project managers, technical support teams, and clinical staff to ensure seamless installations.
3. Demonstrate practical skills in mechanical and electrical assembly during installations.
4. Communicate effectively with team members and clients to maintain professionalism and efficiency.
5. Adhere to Health and Safety standards, ensuring safe working methods at all times.
6. Work flexibly, including nights away from home, with paid rest periods between installations.

About You

Essential Requirements:

• Valid C+E licence.
• Background or strong interest in mechanical or electrical engineering, or related practical fields.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills through structured training.
• Understanding of Health and Safety standards and safe working practices.
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight for installations, averaging 3-5 days per project.

Desirable Skills

• Experience leading or supervising small teams in technical environments.
• Previous exposure to logistics or installation-related roles.
• Confident and professional demeanor with strong communication skills.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive training to build your technical expertise.
• Tax-free overnight allowances for work away from home.
• Paid rest periods between installations to support work-life balance.
• Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme.

About Simon Hegele UK

Simon Hegele provides specialist logistics and installation services to global leaders in high-tech manufacturing and healthcare. With worldwide operations, we pride ourselves on professionalism, quality, and excellence. Our UK headquarters in Didcot Quarter, Oxfordshire, features a state-of-the-art facility designed to support our expanding team and customer base.

How to Apply

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Candidates with experience as Installation Technicians, Equipment Installers, Mechanical or Electrical Engineers, Mobile Engineers, Repair Technicians, Multi-skilled Engineers, Electricians, or drivers with relevant licenses (Class 1, HGV, LGV, CE, C+E) will also be considered.