Yard Engineer – Full Time | Competitive Salary

Power Electrics; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EOT Bonus

Training & progression

Holiday buy & sell

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Holiday entitlement 23–28 days

Job summary

Power Electrics is seeking a Depot Technician to support the Generator Engineer Foreman and Rental team with preparation, testing and repair of generator sets. This is primarily depot-based, with occasional site travel as required.

You will service and maintain generators (15KVA+), assist in yard operations, and perform off-site servicing as needed. A valid driving licence and forklift competencies are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Diesel Fitting, or equivalent, or experience with generators.
• Mechanical or electrical background essential.
• Driving licence essential (with towing categories preferred).

Responsibilities

• Service, maintenance and upkeep of generators (15KVA+).
• Assist in yard operations including loading/offloading equipment.
• Carry out servicing and repairs off site when required.
• Deliver and collect generators using company vehicles; refuelling as needed.
• General yard/workshop maintenance and cleanliness.
• Participate in engineers' call-out rota (1 in 4) after training.
• Liaise with Depot Foreman on equipment, parts, oils daily.
• Drive forklift in yard as required.
• Comply with ISO 9001:2015, H&S policies and continuous improvement.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Flexible approach

Ability to work on own initiative

Education

City & Guilds / BTEC or equivalent

Tools

Forklift licence

CSCS / ECS Card

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to work with the largest generator specialist in Southwest. You will support the Generator Engineer Foreman and the Rental team in the preparation, testing and repair of generator sets. This is mainly a depot-based role; however, there will be occasions where it is necessary to travel to site.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for service, maintenance and overall upkeep and appearance of generators (15KVA and above) for Rental fleet. Ensuring manufacturers recommended service schedules are followed.
• Provide general assistance in the yard, including loading & offloading equipment.
• Carry out servicing and repairs to Power Electrics equipment off site as and when required.
• Deliver and collect generators and ancillary equipment using appropriate company vehicles where required, including refueling.
• Carry out general yard and workshop maintenance as required and keep all areas clean and tidy.
• As part of your required duties, you will be expected to go on our engineers call out rota currently 1 week in 4 this will be subject to satisfactory training.
• Liaise with Depot Foreman regarding allocation of hire equipment, parts, oil and fuels on a daily basis.
• Drive forklift in yard as required.
• Comply with all aspects of the company ISO 9001:2015 procedures, proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.
• Comply with the Company Health & Safety Policy, including carrying out general housekeeping to ensure work areas are tidy. This includes daily Safety Checks to company vehicles
• Comply with company health and safety policy
• Comply with ISO H&S, Quality and Environmental Management procedures

Skills and Experience Required

• Possess a relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Diesel Fitting/Plant i.e. City & Guilds, BTEC or equivalent, OR to have previous experience and knowledge of generators or large diesel engines.
• Mechanical or electrical background essential
• Driving licence ESSENTIAL (with towing categories preferred)
• Forklift licence preferred but not essential as training could be given
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Holder of CSCS / ECS Card preferred but not essential as training could be given
• Have a flexible approach to work as the needs of the business dictate.

What we offer

• EOT Bonus Scheme – benefit from the company’s success by receiving a share of its profits.
• Training, upskilling, and career progression
• Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical scheme – Power Electrics policy is that nobody should pay more than £100 excess
• Life assurance scheme with access to healthcare support and counselling services
• 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service up to 28 days

Overtime Rates

Days

Time

Rate

Monday to Friday 12am to 4am Double Time

Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Standard Time

Monday to Friday 5pm to Midnight Time and Half

Saturdays 12am to 4am Double Time

Saturdays 4am to Midnight Time and Half

Sundays & Bank Holidays All hours Double Time

Our philosophy

At Power Electrics, we welcome a variety of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds. We ensure that all management decisions made regarding employment are done with fairness and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are solely committed to adhering to the principles of equal and inclusive employment.

Due to the nature of our work, DBS checks are required, and any offer is dependent on satisfactory references being obtained.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.

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