Workshop Engineer

Altegra Integrated Solutions Limited.; South Petherton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job description

Altegra Integrated Solutions has grown to become one of the UK's leading independently owned material handling equipment service providers, and provides facilities management, training and hire to its customers with over 100 employees and 2 sites located across the UK.

About the Role

The Service Engineer will be responsible for meeting the daily service maintenance and repair needs of the customer’s and Altegra owned equipment, working primarily in the Workshop. Establish and maintain proper business relationships with customers and peers as well as performing necessary administrative duties as required and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

On a day-to-day basis you will:

• Perform repairs and maintenance using correct tools and equipment, following approved techniques.
• Use standard computer applications, internet, and manufacturers service portals.
• Operate and test vehicles and equipment used for diagnostic purposes.
• Be familiar with manufacturers' products.
• Perform diagnostics and repairs on forklift trucks and other machinery in site-based and field environments.
• Complete all reports and administration required in a timely manner and to a high quality.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations.
• Complete all training programmes to further develop skills and knowledge in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean work environment, ensuring correct use of tools and vehicles at all times.

Candidate Requirements

• Preferred experience performing service repairs in the forklift industry.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Previous experience of working in an engineering capacity.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Good IT Skills.
• Ability to work well on own initiative.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends if required.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to work well with others in a workshop environment and on customer sites if required.

What we offer:

• Up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays) depending on length of service.
• 2 x basic salary death in service payment, payable to your nominated recipient.
• Health care cash plan that covers some costs towards dental treatment, NHS prescriptions, Annual health checks etc.
• Benefits platform giving discounts on major supermarket shops, high street vendors, holidays and gym memberships.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Ongoing training and Career Opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Refer a friend bonus £500 per person – terms apply.
• Long Service Awards on 10, 20 and 30 years.
• Life Event Day - Getting Married, Moving Home, Graduating.