Service Engineer

Vp plc; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tool rental company in the UK is seeking an experienced Fitter to join their central workshop in Loughborough. The role involves assessing and repairing equipment to ensure readiness for hire, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. Candidates should have experience with machinery and tools, and a proactive 'can do' attitude. The position offers competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and various employee benefits, including a salary sacrifice pension and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance cover 3x salary

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on various brands

Qualifications

• Experience of working with both mechanical and electrical machinery.
• Ability to assess financial viability of repairs.
• Proactive approach to ensuring readiness of repaired assets.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all assets are safely repaired.
• Take a proactive approach to repairs.
• Complete records accurately in line with company procedures.
• Manage and record data including time and stock needs.

Skills

Experience with machinery and tools

Organised and methodical approach

Comfortable using IT equipment

Awareness of quality and efficiency

'Can do' attitude

Education

Mechanical / electrical qualification

Job description

Brandon Hire Station have a great opportunity for an experienced Fitter to join our central operational workshop team and help us keep our vast catalogue of rental equipment in top condition ready for hire.

About the role

As a Fitter in our central workshop based in Loughborough your main responsibility is to assess and repair the extensive Brandon Hire Station rental assets so our customers can have the equipment they need on time, when they need it. This role is pivotal in the performance of the wider national operation and as such is key to maximising output and efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure all assets are safely repaired.
• Take a proactive approach to ensuring repaired assets are ready to hire.
• Assess if the asset is financially viable for repair.
• Ensure all records are completed accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Adhere to H&S rules / procedures at all times.
• Manage and record data e.g. time allocation and spares used, stock needed.
• Assist with and attend stock takes as required.

What we’re looking for

• Experience of working with machinery and tools, both mechanical and electrical including petrol and diesel engines.
• Organised and methodical approach to work, taking pride in delivery.
• Comfortable using IT equipment.
• Awareness of the importance of quality and efficiency in the assessment and repair of assets.
• 'Can do' attitude to work and helping others where and when needed.
• Mechanical / electrical qualification (desirable not essential).

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary.
• Salary sacrifice pension.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday purchase scheme.
• Free Tool Hire.
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary.
• Share save scheme.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Long service recognition.
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands.
• Discounts on HP products.
• EM mobile contract discount offers.
• Gym discounts.
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan).
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining.

A little bit about us

Brandon Hire Station is the leading provider of tool and equipment hire in the UK. Our commitment to exceptional customer support services is unmatched in the industry. We guarantee timely delivery of our tools and equipment through our branded vehicles and FORS accredited drivers. Plus, with our 'Everyday Product Hire Guarantee', you can trust that our most hired products are always available at every branch, every day, collected or delivered throughout the UK.

At Brandon Hire Station, we’re actively looking for passionate individuals to join our team. We’re committed to providing the highest level of service to our customers and we’re always on the lookout for like-minded professionals who share our dedication to excellence.

If you’re interested in working for a company that’s committed to providing exceptional customer support services, we invite you to apply for a position with Brandon Hire Station today.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.