Job title: Workshop Engineer
Reports to: Depot Foreman
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Type: Full-Time (40 hours), Permanent.
Location: East Grinstead
Company Overview
Power Electrics (Bristol) Ltd. is a leading generator hire company
in the UK, specialising in providing reliable, sustainable power solutions for various
sectors, such as construction/infrastructure, electrical contractors and utilities, and
various other applications. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction
has established us as a trusted partner in the industry.
Job Purpose:
As a Workshop Engineer with previous experience of working with diesel engines, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and performance of our generator fleet.
Key Responsibilities:
Generator Maintenance
- Perform routine service, maintenance and overall upkeep on generators within the rental fleet.
- Follow manufacturers’ recommended service schedules to ensure optimal performance.
Engine Repairs
- Carry out repairs on customers’ rental generators which have broken down, on and off-site as required.
Yard Operations
- Assist with general tasks in the yard, including loading and offloading equipment.
- Operate forklift equipment as needed.
Delivery & Collection
- Deliver and collect generators and ancillary equipment using company vehicles.
- Refuel generators as part of the delivery process when required.
On-Site Service & Repairs
- Provide servicing and repairs for Power Electrics’ equipment on-site, when necessary.
On-Call Responsibilities
- Participate in the company’s on-call rota system to ensure 24/7 support.
Maintenance & Housekeeping
- Assist with basic maintenance tasks, including equipment cleaning, and maintain a safe, tidy work environment in line with the Company Health & Safety Policy.
Health & Safety Compliance
- Adhere to relevant regulations and ISO standards (9001, 45001, 14001, 50001), actively supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
Skills and Experience
Technical Qualifications
- A relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant Maintenance (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent).
- Alternatively, completion of an approved apprenticeship in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent proven experience in servicing and repairing large diesel engines (e.g. Perkins, Cummins).
Skills
- Strong fault-finding skills and effective communication abilities
- Effective communication skills for reporting and collaboration.
OVERTIME RATES
Rates apply to hours worked outside of standard times, as outlined below:
Days |
Time |
Rate |
Monday to Friday |
12.00 am to 4.00 am |
Double Time |
|
8.00 am to 5.00 pm |
Standard Time |
|
5pm to Midnight |
Time and Half |
|
|
|
Saturdays |
12.00 am to 4.00 am |
Double Time |
|
4.00 am to Midnight |
Time and Half |
Sundays & Bank Holidays |
All hours
|
Double Time
|
What we offer:
We offer great benefits to all of our staff:
23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service
Competitive salary
Excellent development and progression opportunities
Company pension scheme
Private medical scheme
Life assurance scheme - with access to more healthcare support and counselling services to help protect employees’ financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing
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.
If you do not hear from us within two working weeks, then your application has not been successful on this occasion.
NO AGENCIES
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