Service Engineer (Fitter)

Vp plc; Park Central; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

25 days holiday

Life Assurance

Discounts

Job summary

Brandon Hire Station is seeking a Branch Fitter to maintain and repair our rental assets, ensuring availability for hire and timely delivery to customers. You will handle a mix of mechanical and electrical tasks, record-keeping, and stock management, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service.

The role requires a proactive, organised approach, experience with machinery, IT familiarity, and a valid driving licence. You’ll support counter duties and satisfy branch needs as required.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with machinery and tools, both mechanical and electrical.
• Organised and methodical approach to work, taking pride in delivery.
• Professional customer service skills.
• Comfortable using IT equipment.

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 required.
• Ensure all records are completed accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Adhere to H&S rules and 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.

Skills

Machinery & tools experience

Organised & methodical

Professional customer service

IT proficiency

Can-do attitude

Valid driving licence

Education

Mechanical / electrical qualification (desirable)

Job description

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 repairedTake a proactive approach to ensuring assets are available to hireAttend equipment breakdowns at customer sites as and when requiredEnsure all records are completed accurately and in line with company proceduresAdhere to H&S rules / procedures at all timesManage and record data e.g. time allocation and spares used, stock neededAssist with, and attend stock takes as requiredCover 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 electricalOrganised and methodical approach to work, taking pride in deliveryProfessional customer service skillsComfortable using IT equipment 'Can do' attitude to work and helping in other areas of the branchMechanical / electrical qualification (desirable not essential)Valid driving licence (Essential)

What We Can Offer You

Competitive salary Salary sacrifice pension 25 days holiday FTE, plus bank holidaysAdditional holiday purchase schemeFree Tool HireLife Assurance cover 3x salary Share save scheme Eye care vouchersRecommend a friend scheme Learning & Development - commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where requiredCycle to work scheme Long service recognition My Vp discounts - a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brandsDiscounts on HP productsEE mobile contract discount offersGym discountsHealth 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.