Regional Service Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Service Engineer to join their dynamic team in the South of England. This role involves crucial responsibilities such as servicing generators, conducting load bank tests, and diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in generator servicing, mechanical and electrical skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. With a supportive workplace culture and opportunities for professional development, this position offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about power generation and service excellence.

Benefits

Profit Related Pay scheme

Pension scheme

25 days leave per annum

Private Healthcare Scheme

Investment in professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in generator servicing and fault diagnosis is essential.
• Electrical qualifications and brand-specific training are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct generator servicing, including oil changes and load bank testing.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues across various generator brands.

Skills

Generator servicing

Fault finding and diagnosis

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Electrical qualifications – City & Guilds, 17th/18th edition

Brand-specific generator training courses

Tools

Control systems (DSE, ComAp, DEIF)

Job description

Vital Power is looking for a Regional Service Engineer to join our growing team in the South of England. As a Regional Service Engineer, you will have an integral role within the service team, assisting in the delivery of the business's on-site activities. You must be able to work independently or as part of a team to meet customer expectations and achieve our company goals.

Responsibilities:

• To cover all aspects of generator servicing including oil and filter changes and oil, fuel, and coolant sampling.
• To conduct load bank testing on customer-owned generator units.
• To accurately fault find and diagnose both mechanical and electrical issues.
• To work on a broad range of generator/engine brands including (but not limited to) Cummins, Perkins, Caterpillar, John Deere, Volvo, Scania, Iveco, and Dorman.
• To be able to work independently on engines from 2kVA to 2.5mVA.
• To complete all types of engine repairs (both mechanical and electrical).
• Batteries, battery chargers, water jacket heaters, starter cables, key switches, etc.
• To be able to interrogate different control systems such as DSE, ComAp, and DEIF.
• To understand changeover systems.
• To be able to complete or assist with mechanical engine rebuilds / top-end overhauls.
• To be able to complete or assist with control panel upgrade works/retrofits.
• To assist with projects where required.
• To demonstrate knowledge and experience of both mechanical and electrical skill sets.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous experience in similar generator services companies or within the power generation industry.
• Valid CSCS/ECS card.
• Ability to manage own workload and establish priorities.
• Experience in working effectively as part of a team as well as independently.
• Ability to solve problems with a positive attitude.
• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy.
• Willingness to undertake further training as required for professional development.
• Able to liaise with customers professionally and convey information.
• Brand-specific generator training courses.
• Controls systems training courses.
• Electrical qualifications – City & Guilds, 17th/18th edition.

What you can expect:

• A twice per annum, ‘Profit Related Pay’ scheme that ties bonus amounts to the amount of profit made by the business.
• Pension scheme after 3 months of service.
• All employees receive 25 days leave (or equivalent pro-rata) per annum and additional bank holiday days.
• Eligibility to join Vitality, Private Healthcare Scheme, and BHSF Healthcare Cash Plan, at 6 months of service.
• Investment in professional development and training to support you in your role.
• A supportive and positive workplace culture.

Next Steps:

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. If you require any additional support to attend an interview, please let us know in advance.

The role is due to commence ASAP after the offer has been made, but we can be flexible with the start date depending on prior commitments.

Please note that proof of the right to work in the UK will be required.