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A leading construction company is seeking a Mobile Service Engineer/Mobile Handyperson in Portsmouth to maintain and repair modular buildings. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and practical abilities in plumbing and electrics, ensuring high-quality service delivery across numerous sites.
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Wernick Hire, the UK’s largest and longest standing National provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a talented individual to join their team as a Mobile Service Engineer
Established since 1934, The Wernick Group continue to be a family-run and owned company who have more than doubled their profits in the last 5 years. We believe that our success has been driven by the quality and dedication of our workforce. Our business is full of people with enthusiasm and vision coupled with friendliness and a real can-do spirit.
Join our dynamic Hire Team, to assist in maintaining our range of units and attending customer sites to establish faults and repair.
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Location: Wernick Hire - Portsmouth, Voyager Park North, Portfield Road, Portsmouth, England, Hampshire, PO3 5FX
Closing Date: 18th July 2025
Industry: land / Property and Construction
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience
Key Responsibilities:
Duties can range from maintaining our range of Cabin, Modular and welfare fleet mechanically and electrically to fixing plumbing in canteens and toilet blocks to replacing door handles, all aspects of joinery work including replacing wall and ceiling boards, fitting and easing of internal doors, partition walls and roof repairs.
Some on site installation and dismantle works will make up part of the job role, this includes erecting or dismantling of staircases and link units
The role will require filling out any necessary paperwork and advising customers if call-outs are chargeable, which you would receive the necessary training
About You:
This is a client facing role, so a helpful and professional individual is required. This position would suit an all-rounder who can turn their hand to most jobs
The ideal candidate will be adaptable and organised with a keen attitude
Must be self motivated with good DIY skillls and the ability to work in a team or on own initiative
Multiple visits will need to be carried out within a day so “fix it first time” approach is necessary for the successful candidate.
Experience in site accommodation hire, installation and maintenance would be extremely beneficial to this role.
What you will get in return
Competitive salary and bonus
Provision of a company van
Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
Option to buy extra holidays.
Option to sell or carry over holiday.
Annual Salary review – takes place each January.
Life Insurance 2 x annual salary
Free onsite parking
Employee assistance programme
Training and progression opportunities
Family run and well established, secure company (trading 90 years)
Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community, if you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.
We would like to thank you for your interest in working for our company.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
Any unsolicited CV’s will be sent at the recruitment agency’s own risk and will be interpreted as ‘gifts’ and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.
The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.
What you will need
Required criteria
Desired criteria
The Wernick Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.
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.
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.
The Graduate Training Programme opens doors to explore every aspect of the company. Gain valuable insights, mentorship and the tools needed to excel as a leader within our company.
Training and development: Feel confident in your role and enjoy what you do. We recognise the need to invest in training and development.
By offering a range of training days/courses for our team we want to create an environment where you can move towards your career goals. We make sure that everyone who works with us has the resources they need to learn and develop their roles. We value mentoring and offer clear routes for career progression.
Your Future with the Wernick Group
At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.
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