Service Engineer

Alexandrite Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Compressor Engineer to join a close-knit team. The role involves maintaining and repairing compressed air systems at various customer sites, with hands-on training and a benefits package including health insurance and a pension scheme. Ideal candidates will have mechanical and electrical skills along with strong troubleshooting abilities. A full UK driving license is required. Competitive salary and support provided.

Benefits

Health insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Company vehicle and tools

25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on experience in a similar Service Engineer role.
• Experience in scheduled maintenance and diagnosing breakdowns.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install compressed air systems.
• Perform diagnostic tests to find system issues.
• Log accurate job reports on a timely basis.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Tools

MS Office 365

Job description

Compressor Engineer

Bedford

Full time, permanent

Monday - Friday : 8am – 5pm

25 days holiday + BH, Private Medical Insurance, Pension Scheme

Our Bedfordshire based client opened their doors in 1981 to provide local customers with high quality compressed air products and services.

They work across a variety of industries, supplying a wide range of compressed air and gas generation equipment, together with a comprehensive after-sales service and repair capability.

Overview

They are seeking a motivated, energetic and enthusiastic compressor engineer with mechanical and electrical skills who's ready to join a small, close-knit team who want to make a difference.

You’ll mostly work at their customers’ sites within a 30-mile radius of Bedford, with occasional repairs carried out in the Bedford workshop.

You will report directly to the Service Manager who will allocate your daily and weekly schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install compressed air systems and related equipment.
• Perform diagnostic tests to find and fix system issues, using standard tools and techniques.
• Work alone at customers’ sites (after training is completed); larger jobs will require multiple engineers.
• Build trust with customers through clear communication and providing them solutions to their compressed air needs.
• Log accurate job reports on a timely basis.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments as needed.

Requirements

• Proven hands-on experience in a similar Service Engineer role with electrical and mechanical skills.
• Experience in scheduled maintenance, diagnosing breakdowns, and making repairs.
• Qualifications or training to back-up current experience.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Adaptable to ideas and change.

Desirable

• Experience working independently on a wide variety of sites.
• Proven experience with compressed air systems and associated equipment.
• Relevant qualification(s) in engineering, mechanical, or electrical fields.
• Experience with using MS software, including Outlook & Office 365, or similar software.
• Driving licence includes towing a trailer.

What’s on Offer

• Hands-on training and ongoing opportunities for professional development.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), rising to 30 days with service.
• A welcoming team where you'll feel valued and supported every day.
• A company vehicle and specialist tools provided.
• Health insurance and contributory pension scheme