Service Engineer (Fitter)

VP-PLC; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice pension

Free Tool Hire

Life Assurance cover 3x salary

Share save scheme

Learning & Development – in-house and外

Cycle to work scheme

Long service recognition

VP discounts

Discounts on HP products

EE mobile contract discount offers

Health Shield

Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline

Job summary

VP plc’s Brandon Hire Station seeks a Branch Fitter to maintain and repair a vast catalog of rental equipment, ensuring availability for hire and timely delivery to customers. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and a proactive approach to asset maintenance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with mechanical and electrical systems, a strong organisational mindset, and a can-do attitude to support various branch duties. A valid driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with machinery and tools (mechanical and electrical).
• Organised and methodical approach to work.
• Comfortable using IT equipment.
• 'Can do' attitude to support other branches.
• Mechanical / electrical qualification desirable.
• Valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair Brandon Hire Station assets to keep them available for hire.
• Attend equipment breakdowns at customer sites when required.
• Ensure records are completed accurately per company procedures.
• Adhere to health and safety rules at all times.
• Manage data on time allocation and spares used.
• Assist with stock takes and related tasks.
• Cover the counter, deliveries and collections as needed.

Skills

Machinery & tools experience

Organised & methodical

IT proficiency

Can-do attitude

Valid driving licence

Education

Mechanical/Electrical qualification

Job description

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Join our fantastic operational branch team as a Fitter and help us keep our vast catalogue of rental equipment in top condition ready for hire.

As a branch Fitter your main responsibility is to maintain and repair the extensive Brandon Hire Station rental assets so our customers can have the equipment they need on time and when they need it. This role is pivotal in the performance of the branch and as such is key to maximising output and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all assets are safely maintained and repaired
• Take a proactive approach to ensuring assets are available to hire
• Attend equipment breakdowns at customer sites as and when required
• 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
• Cover the counter, deliveries and collections when essential to business demands

What We’re Looking For

• Experience of working with machinery and tools, both mechanical and electrical
• Organised and methodical approach to work, taking pride in delivery
• Comfortable using IT equipment
• ‘Can do’ attitude to work and helping in other areas of the branch
• Mechanical / electrical qualification (desirable not essential)
• Valid driving licence (Essential)

What We Can Offer You

• Salary sacrifice pension
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• 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
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• 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.

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.