Service Engineer

SRL Traffic Systems; Romford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

SRL Traffic Systems in South London is seeking a Service Engineer to support depot operations, inspect and repair hire fleet at customer sites, and ensure compliance.

You will learn on the job with full training, hold a valid UK driving licence, and demonstrate strong health and safety awareness as you work across depots and customer locations. The role includes paperwork, an on-call rota, and opportunities for development under the Regional Manager.

Qualifications

• No prior specific experience required; full training provided.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points.
• Strong focus on health and safety.
• Proactive problem solving mindset with resourcefulness and initiative.
• Physically fit for a manual, active role.
• Organised, reliable and self-motivated with keen attention to detail.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Commitment to delivering high quality customer experience both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work within company depots and customer sites with strict adherence to health and safety protocols
• Conduct inspections, servicing, repairs and fault resolution for all hire fleet assets
• Complete paperwork accurately and on time, recording details of inspections, repairs and servicing, distinguishing wear, damage and warranty failures
• Report hazards and near misses to support SRL’s safety culture
• Take responsibility for tools, spare stock and company vehicle; ensure equipment is maintained and stocked
• Wear PPE and work in line with RAMS, COSHH and toolbox talks
• Represent SRL positively through professional behaviour and appearance
• Engage in training and development activities, including theoretical and practical sessions

Skills

UK driving licence

Health & safety

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organised

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Vehicle operation

Job description

Service Engineer

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Location: South London

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, overtime, on-call rota

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

About the Role

The Service Engineer plays a vital role in supporting depot operations by assisting with daily tasks and performing inspections and repairs on the hire fleet at customer locations and sites.

In addition, the Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all fleet trailers remain legally compliant through regular inspections, servicing, and repairs both while on hire and within company depots.

The role also includes supporting the technical centre, with fleet upgrades as required, ensuring alignment with operational targets set by the Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all work within company depots and customer sites with strict adherence to health and safety protocols
• Conduct thorough inspections, servicing, repairs and fault resolution for all hire fleet assets
• Complete paperwork accurately, on time, recording details of inspections repairs and servicing. Clearly distinguish between fair wear and tear, customer related damage and warranty failures to maintain transparency and accountability
• Report hazards and near misses to support SRL’s “Don’t Walk By” safety culture
• Take responsibility for work tools, spare stock and company assigned vehicle. Ensure all equipment is properly maintained, adequately stocked and ready for operational use
• Wear correct PPE and work in line with RAMS, COSHH and toolbox talks
• Represent SRL positively through professional behaviour and appearance
• Take part in training and development activities. Engineers will be expected to engage in both theretical and practical training sessions

Reporting To

• Regional Manager

Skills & Experience

Essential

• No prior specific experience is required, as full training will be provided
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• Strong focus on health and safety
• Proactive problem solving mindset with resourcefulness and initiative
• Physically fit for a manual, active role
• Organised, reliable and self‑motivated with keen attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
• Commitment to delivering high quality customer experience, both internally and externally

Desirable

• Basic electrical knowledge
• Proficiency in using hand and power tools
• Familiarity with traffic light equipment
• CSCS card holder certification
• Competence in operating company vans and pickups up to 3.5 tonnes
• Ability to tow a trailer carrying plant equipment

Closing date for applications is close of business on Thursday 17th September 2026.