Mobile Service Engineer/Mobile Handyperson

Wernick Group Limited; Harwell; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Generous holiday allowance

Group pension scheme

Life Assurance (2 x annual salary)

Free on-site parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate Eyecare Scheme

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Wernick Group is seeking a Mobile Service Engineer to support our modular fleet. You will diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues across cabins, undertake joinery and roofing tasks, and install or dismantle units on-site, including stairs and link units.

You will communicate clearly with customers, manage documentation, and enjoy excellent progression opportunities within a family-owned business with 90 years of heritage.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role.
• Presentable with an excellent customer service attitude.
• Skills in plumbing, joinery and electrics (would suit a handyman/woman).
• Ability to perform maintenance on a range of units.
• Must hold a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues across our cabins, modular units and welfare facilities.
• Executing maintenance tasks from joinery to roof repairs and fixtures replacement.
• On-site installation and dismantling of units, including stairs and link units.
• Managing documentation and communicating chargeable call-out information to customers.

Skills

Problem Solving

Plumbing & Pipefitting

Electrical repairs

Carpentry

Job description

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

As a Mobile Service Engineer, you will be pivotal in ensuring the operational excellence of our modular fleet. Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues across our diverse range of cabins, modular units, and welfare facilities.
• Executing comprehensive maintenance tasks, from joinery work like replacing wall boards and fitting doors, to performing roof repairs and replacing fixtures.
• Conducting on-site installation and dismantling of units, including the erection and removal of staircases and link units.
• Managing necessary documentation and professionally communicating chargeable call-out information to customers, supported by full training.

About You:

We are looking for a proactive and customer-focused professional who embodies our 'can-do' spirit. You will be:

• A highly adaptable and organised individual with a keen attitude and the ability to manage multiple site visits efficiently.
• A skilled problem-solver with a 'fix it first time' approach, demonstrating strong practical skills across various trades.
• Self-motivated, capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Possessing excellent communication skills, enabling professional interaction with clients.
• Experience in site accommodation hire, installation, and maintenance is highly advantageous.

What you will get in return:

Joining Wernick Hire means becoming part of a secure, family-run company with 90 years of history and a bright future. We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• A competitive salary
• Company van provided for your role.
• Generous holiday allowance, increasing with service, with options to buy, sell, or carry over days.
• Group pension scheme and annual salary review every January.
• Life Assurance (2 x annual salary).
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a comprehensive benefits scheme with discounted retailers.
• Corporate Eyecare Scheme.
• Significant training and progression opportunities to support your career growth.
• A supportive culture with an open-door policy and channels for employee feedback, including direct input to senior leadership.
• Employee Referral scheme.

Wernick Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please inform our recruitment team promptly.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team.

Please note: The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Required Criteria

• Experience in a similar role
• Presentable with an excellent customer service attitude
• Skills in plumbing, joinery and electrics (would suit a handyman/woman)
• Ability to perform maintenance on a range of units.
• Must hold a valid driving license.

Desired Criteria

• Experience in cabin fitting would be a distinct advantage
• Experience with modular buildings or site accommodation.

Skills Needed

• Problem Solving
• Plumbing and Pipefitting
• Electrical repairs
• Carpentry

About The Company

Why Build Your Career with Wernick Group?

Rich Heritage, Progressive Future: As a family-owned and operated business since our inception, we blend traditional values with a forward-looking approach. This unique combination ensures a work environment that respects legacy while embracing the future.

Diverse Opportunities: Our expansive operations, with 40 centres across 36 UK locations, offer a vast array of roles and career paths in the public and private sectors. From modular building solutions to off-grid power, your professional journey can be as dynamic and varied as our services.

Commitment to Excellence: At Wernick, excellence isn’t just a goal; it's our way of life. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding product quality and service, creating an environment where your work directly contributes to customer satisfaction and business success.

Continuous Investment in People: We believe in nurturing talent from within. Through ongoing training and development opportunities, we invest in your future, ensuring that your career at Wernick is not just a job, but a journey of growth and learning.

Simplicity and Efficiency: Our business model is streamlined to reduce bureaucracy, enabling you to work in an environment that values decisiveness and efficiency. This approach allows you to focus on what you do best, without unnecessary complications.

Environmental and Social Responsibility: We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint and ensuring a safe, positive working environment. Working with us means being part of a team that cares for the planet and its people.

Company Culture

Clear path to progression: We believe everyone should have a clear path on how they can progress. That’s why we have developed the Wernick Way Forward, a personal development plan catered to each employee.

With the Wernick Way Forward, we provide a roadmap that outlines clear and achievable steps for employees to follow in order to reach their career goals.

Trainee programmes: Start your career with one of our trainee programmes. These are designed to help you develop and grow in our business and offer an advance career progression.

The Trainee Yard Operative Programme offers individuals the opportunity to develop their skills and work as a Yard Operative at one of our Hire depots. Engage in hands‑on experience as you become a member of our team