iO Associates have partnered with we specialist defence IT and Engineering company based in London Luton Airport in the search for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician. As the Maintenance technician you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance of HBS, Arrivals and central search systems at LLA. Working as part of a team with 2 maintenance technicians per 12 hour shift you will be fault finding skills on automated PLC controlled conveyor systems/sortation systems and Helping with preparing fault and monthly system reports. You'll be using your good communication skills with customers and will be reporting and maintenance record keeping via the PPM management system. To be successful for this role you will need: NVQ Level 3/City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical or Equivalent Multi skilled technician Experience of fault finding on PLC/Scada systems. ( Modicon or Siemens preferred) Fault finding on control panels, network and bus systems Ability to read electrical drawing Good communication skills PC literate with ability to structure and write reports Proven experience of reactive and planned maintenance Checkable 5 year work history DBS The shift pattern is shift is 2 weeks of days, then 2 weeks of nights, 12 hour shifts. Week 1 - Weds and Thursday - Days Week 2 - Mon, Tues and Fri, Sat, Sun - Days Week 3 - Float week to cover sickness and holiday. 2-4 shifts depending on what sick/holiday is on that week. Nights Week 4 - Nights on same days as week 2. The salary is circa.£46,000 including shift allowance. Some overtime could be available. If you meet most of these criteria and you would like to find out more, don't hesitate to get in touch and apply today!
17/05/2024
Full time
iO Associates have partnered with we specialist defence IT and Engineering company based in London Luton Airport in the search for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Technician. As the Maintenance technician you will be responsible for planned and reactive maintenance of HBS, Arrivals and central search systems at LLA. Working as part of a team with 2 maintenance technicians per 12 hour shift you will be fault finding skills on automated PLC controlled conveyor systems/sortation systems and Helping with preparing fault and monthly system reports. You'll be using your good communication skills with customers and will be reporting and maintenance record keeping via the PPM management system. To be successful for this role you will need: NVQ Level 3/City and Guilds Electrical/Mechanical or Equivalent Multi skilled technician Experience of fault finding on PLC/Scada systems. ( Modicon or Siemens preferred) Fault finding on control panels, network and bus systems Ability to read electrical drawing Good communication skills PC literate with ability to structure and write reports Proven experience of reactive and planned maintenance Checkable 5 year work history DBS The shift pattern is shift is 2 weeks of days, then 2 weeks of nights, 12 hour shifts. Week 1 - Weds and Thursday - Days Week 2 - Mon, Tues and Fri, Sat, Sun - Days Week 3 - Float week to cover sickness and holiday. 2-4 shifts depending on what sick/holiday is on that week. Nights Week 4 - Nights on same days as week 2. The salary is circa.£46,000 including shift allowance. Some overtime could be available. If you meet most of these criteria and you would like to find out more, don't hesitate to get in touch and apply today!
CNC MILLER SETTER OPERATOR REPORTING TO: PRODUCTION MANAGER Due to my client's continued expansion and strong product portfolio across both motorsport and future automotive, we are looking to recruit a CNC Miller Setter Operator to support Production. My client is relied upon by many of the world's top motorsport teams, performance car constructors, hybrid and electric transportation innovators to extract the performance and reliability they require to get their high-performance transmission challenges done. Whatever the nature of your next motorsport or vehicle engineering project might be, my client can help with off-the shelf and bespoke solutions along with design consulting and manufacturing expertise. At my client, we believe that good customer service is every bit as important as a strong product. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Cleanliness of work station and maintenance of machines while during and at the end of their shift in line with company TPM Schedule Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Setting and operating milling machines to required tolerance Use of manual measuring equipment Tool setting on CNC Machines Programme proving of new products as and when required. Actively provide details of changes to correct/improve programs that go towards improving machining performance Loading and unloading parts onto machines Maintain notes (machine log book) on current process identifying any issues for following shift Use of Fanuc controls Tapping and Deburring where required Help and assist other members of the milling cell when required Following daily work to do lists to follow the production schedule issued by Team Leader Take care not to cause harm to yourself, a colleague, visitors, customers or contractors Adhere to all quality, Health and Safety and environmental policies, manuals, objectives, process, procedures and work instructions Actively participate in the [COMPANY] Think Smart/Safe programme Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) - be accountable for notifying Health and Safety when in need of replacements Liaising with production engineering, design and inspection as and when required Any additional tasks required THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE/SKILLS REQUIRED: Attention to detail Initiative Can-do attitude Confidentiality Customer Service Focus Team player EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE REQUIRED: 3-5 Years relevant production experience Experience of Milling Operations Willing to work shifts and unsociable hours High attention to detail Required to work overtime in line with company needs DESIRABLE: Experience of a high-quality Manufacturing environment Have previously run Matsuura 3-4-5 axis milling machines or similar Minor Fanuc programme editing Excellent communication skills Good time management
16/05/2024
Full time
CNC MILLER SETTER OPERATOR REPORTING TO: PRODUCTION MANAGER Due to my client's continued expansion and strong product portfolio across both motorsport and future automotive, we are looking to recruit a CNC Miller Setter Operator to support Production. My client is relied upon by many of the world's top motorsport teams, performance car constructors, hybrid and electric transportation innovators to extract the performance and reliability they require to get their high-performance transmission challenges done. Whatever the nature of your next motorsport or vehicle engineering project might be, my client can help with off-the shelf and bespoke solutions along with design consulting and manufacturing expertise. At my client, we believe that good customer service is every bit as important as a strong product. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Cleanliness of work station and maintenance of machines while during and at the end of their shift in line with company TPM Schedule Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Setting and operating milling machines to required tolerance Use of manual measuring equipment Tool setting on CNC Machines Programme proving of new products as and when required. Actively provide details of changes to correct/improve programs that go towards improving machining performance Loading and unloading parts onto machines Maintain notes (machine log book) on current process identifying any issues for following shift Use of Fanuc controls Tapping and Deburring where required Help and assist other members of the milling cell when required Following daily work to do lists to follow the production schedule issued by Team Leader Take care not to cause harm to yourself, a colleague, visitors, customers or contractors Adhere to all quality, Health and Safety and environmental policies, manuals, objectives, process, procedures and work instructions Actively participate in the [COMPANY] Think Smart/Safe programme Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) - be accountable for notifying Health and Safety when in need of replacements Liaising with production engineering, design and inspection as and when required Any additional tasks required THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE/SKILLS REQUIRED: Attention to detail Initiative Can-do attitude Confidentiality Customer Service Focus Team player EXPERIENCE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WILL BE REQUIRED: 3-5 Years relevant production experience Experience of Milling Operations Willing to work shifts and unsociable hours High attention to detail Required to work overtime in line with company needs DESIRABLE: Experience of a high-quality Manufacturing environment Have previously run Matsuura 3-4-5 axis milling machines or similar Minor Fanuc programme editing Excellent communication skills Good time management
Job Title: CNC Grinder Setter Operator Department: Production Reporting to: Production Supervisor Due to their continued expansion and strong product portfolio across both motorsport and future automotive, we are looking to recruit a CNC Grinder Setter Operator to support Production. Our client is relied upon by many of the world's top motorsport teams, performance car constructors, hybrid and electric transportation innovators to extract the performance and reliability they require to get their high-performance transmission challenges done. Whatever the nature of your next motorsport or vehicle engineering project might be, they can help with off-the shelf and bespoke solutions along with design consulting and manufacturing expertise. We believe that good customer service is every bit as important as a strong product. Duties and responsibilities include: Cleanliness of work station and maintenance of machines while during and at the end of their shift in line with company TPM Schedule Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Use of manual measuring equipment Produce programmes on the machine as and when new products arrive Loading and unloading parts onto machines Maintain notes (machine log book) on current process identifying any issues for following shift Machines include: Jones & Shipman 1300X, Studer S40, Studer S145, Jones & Shipman Techmaster 634 surface grinder Actively provide details of changes to correct/improve production of parts towards improving machining performance Help and assist other members of the grinding cell when required Following daily work to do lists to follow the production schedule issued by Team Leader Take care not to cause harm to yourself, a colleague, visitors, customers or contractors Adhere to all quality, Health and Safety and environmental policies, manuals, objectives, process, procedures and work instructions Actively participate in the Think Smart/Safe programme Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) - be accountable for notifying Health and Safety when in need of replacements Liaising with production engineering, design and inspection as and when required Any additional tasks required The ideal candidate must have/skills required: Attention to detail Initiative Can-do attitude Confidentiality Customer Service Focus Team player Experience in the following areas will be required: 3-5 Years relevant production experience Experience of Grinding Operations Willing to work shifts and unsociable hours High attention to detail Required to work overtime in line with company needs Desirable: Experience of a high-quality Manufacturing environment Writing & editing CNC Grinding programs. Excellent communication skills Good time management
16/05/2024
Full time
Job Title: CNC Grinder Setter Operator Department: Production Reporting to: Production Supervisor Due to their continued expansion and strong product portfolio across both motorsport and future automotive, we are looking to recruit a CNC Grinder Setter Operator to support Production. Our client is relied upon by many of the world's top motorsport teams, performance car constructors, hybrid and electric transportation innovators to extract the performance and reliability they require to get their high-performance transmission challenges done. Whatever the nature of your next motorsport or vehicle engineering project might be, they can help with off-the shelf and bespoke solutions along with design consulting and manufacturing expertise. We believe that good customer service is every bit as important as a strong product. Duties and responsibilities include: Cleanliness of work station and maintenance of machines while during and at the end of their shift in line with company TPM Schedule Reading and interpreting engineering drawings Use of manual measuring equipment Produce programmes on the machine as and when new products arrive Loading and unloading parts onto machines Maintain notes (machine log book) on current process identifying any issues for following shift Machines include: Jones & Shipman 1300X, Studer S40, Studer S145, Jones & Shipman Techmaster 634 surface grinder Actively provide details of changes to correct/improve production of parts towards improving machining performance Help and assist other members of the grinding cell when required Following daily work to do lists to follow the production schedule issued by Team Leader Take care not to cause harm to yourself, a colleague, visitors, customers or contractors Adhere to all quality, Health and Safety and environmental policies, manuals, objectives, process, procedures and work instructions Actively participate in the Think Smart/Safe programme Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) - be accountable for notifying Health and Safety when in need of replacements Liaising with production engineering, design and inspection as and when required Any additional tasks required The ideal candidate must have/skills required: Attention to detail Initiative Can-do attitude Confidentiality Customer Service Focus Team player Experience in the following areas will be required: 3-5 Years relevant production experience Experience of Grinding Operations Willing to work shifts and unsociable hours High attention to detail Required to work overtime in line with company needs Desirable: Experience of a high-quality Manufacturing environment Writing & editing CNC Grinding programs. Excellent communication skills Good time management
About Us We are the International Division of our client, quoted on the LSE. Our client provides innovative and high-quality engineered components for the fenestration industry. The Division operates in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Latin America. It is headquartered in Bologna and besides in Italy, it has manufacturing operations in the UK, China and Australia, along with sales and distribution units with light assembly facilities in Argentina, France, Greece, India, Spain, Turkey, Brasil, Germany and the United Arab Emirates. Our client's products are sold into residential and commercial applications all over the world under the Schlegel brand for sealing solutions to aluminium, PVCu and timber applications, the Giesse brand for hardware systems in aluminium doors and windows and the Reguitti brand for doors and windows handles. What You'll Do For our plant located in Henlow, we are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our team. Your main tasks & responsibilities Maintain and service all production machinery, using a multi-skilled approach, in accordance with manufacturers OEM'S Provide frontline engineering support Assist the Engineering Supervisor in minimising machine down time by proposing and introducing improved maintenance programmes and continuous improvement ideas Execute DPM/PPM systems Carry out property/facility maintenance duties as required Carry out routine statutory checks as required Complete a breakdown/fault log on a daily basis Liaise with the cell leaders on a daily basis providing engineering support Liaise with contracted service providers when on site, sign on/off in line with the companies site visitor/"permit to work" procedures Ensure TDI Monitoring system is operating correctly at all times Monitor engineering stock usage, order spares as required to provide continuous production support Participate in continuous improvement programmes Complete additional skills training as required by the company To provide out of hours "call-out" service Carry out such other duties as the management team may reasonably require To adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures To report any unsafe acts or Health, Safety and Environmental incidents Key Contacts Engineering Manager Engineering Supervisor Plant Manager Production Manager Shift Supervisors Key Outputs Contribute to smooth operation of production plant and site facilities. Key Skills Ideally Electrically Biased Multi Skilled Apprenticeship and NVQ level 3 Electrical 18th Edition qualification desirable Technically competent Knowledge of electrical/mechanical DPM/PPM procedures an advantage Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems an advantage Conversant with electrical/PLC control systems desirable Conversant with H&S rules, regulations and best practices (LOTO) Ability to prioritise workload and concisely record information Basic IT Knowledge Be able to work independently and part of a team "Hands on" and "can do" approach Additional Information Competitive Salary Immediate start
16/05/2024
Full time
About Us We are the International Division of our client, quoted on the LSE. Our client provides innovative and high-quality engineered components for the fenestration industry. The Division operates in Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and Latin America. It is headquartered in Bologna and besides in Italy, it has manufacturing operations in the UK, China and Australia, along with sales and distribution units with light assembly facilities in Argentina, France, Greece, India, Spain, Turkey, Brasil, Germany and the United Arab Emirates. Our client's products are sold into residential and commercial applications all over the world under the Schlegel brand for sealing solutions to aluminium, PVCu and timber applications, the Giesse brand for hardware systems in aluminium doors and windows and the Reguitti brand for doors and windows handles. What You'll Do For our plant located in Henlow, we are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our team. Your main tasks & responsibilities Maintain and service all production machinery, using a multi-skilled approach, in accordance with manufacturers OEM'S Provide frontline engineering support Assist the Engineering Supervisor in minimising machine down time by proposing and introducing improved maintenance programmes and continuous improvement ideas Execute DPM/PPM systems Carry out property/facility maintenance duties as required Carry out routine statutory checks as required Complete a breakdown/fault log on a daily basis Liaise with the cell leaders on a daily basis providing engineering support Liaise with contracted service providers when on site, sign on/off in line with the companies site visitor/"permit to work" procedures Ensure TDI Monitoring system is operating correctly at all times Monitor engineering stock usage, order spares as required to provide continuous production support Participate in continuous improvement programmes Complete additional skills training as required by the company To provide out of hours "call-out" service Carry out such other duties as the management team may reasonably require To adhere to all Health, Safety and Environmental procedures To report any unsafe acts or Health, Safety and Environmental incidents Key Contacts Engineering Manager Engineering Supervisor Plant Manager Production Manager Shift Supervisors Key Outputs Contribute to smooth operation of production plant and site facilities. Key Skills Ideally Electrically Biased Multi Skilled Apprenticeship and NVQ level 3 Electrical 18th Edition qualification desirable Technically competent Knowledge of electrical/mechanical DPM/PPM procedures an advantage Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems an advantage Conversant with electrical/PLC control systems desirable Conversant with H&S rules, regulations and best practices (LOTO) Ability to prioritise workload and concisely record information Basic IT Knowledge Be able to work independently and part of a team "Hands on" and "can do" approach Additional Information Competitive Salary Immediate start
Position: B1/2 Licenced Engineer Location: East Midlands Working Hours: 5-5-4 Shift Pattern Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits! Great Work-Life Balance with a 5-5-4 Shift Pattern! Type Rating Training included for the right individuals! Opportunities for professional development! For more details, read on! Actively seeking talented Licenced Engineers to join our talent Engineering Team on an exciting project based in East Midlands. This opportunity is to support a high-profile customer through a dedicated workforce understanding the need to deliver impeccable service in an active operational environment. To be considered for this position you will hold, a UK CAA Part 66 B1, B2 or B3 Licence with no limitations on airframe or engine that would otherwise restrict the addition of Group 3 type rating for: Vulcanair P68R Victor' Preferred candidates will already hold the Group 3 type rating, however applicants with other similar type ratings will be considered as training and type courses may be provided. Mission system operating and maintenance experience also desirable. The successful candidate will join a long established and respected forward-thinking company that has a proven pedigree in career development within the organisation. As part of this role, you must be prepared to work flexibly as part of a team and as an integral part of the Gama Engineering Group, possessing strong communication, organisation and leadership skills. / About us: A hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage. With operations in the UK, US, Middle East and Hong Kong a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry. / Responsibilities: Responsible for the successful completion of all allocated, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks Ensure the completion of scheduled customer order requirements when acting as supervising, certifying or category C engineer for a given input Responsible for the management of and performance/quality of performed works in compliance with applicable company process and procedures Ensure correct compliance with applicable regulatory requirements Maintain the required engineering licence and applicable type rating as required to perform duties and be responsible for ensuring licences and type ratings do not lapse and are kept up to date Accountable for providing professional communication with customers and contacts as required Individual responsibility for booking accurate, and consistent timekeeping in applicable software system / Skills, Qualifications and Experience required: Essential An Unrestricted UK CAA Part 66 Licence Category B1, B2 and/or B3 Previous aircraft base maintenance experience with a wide knowledge and skill range in servicing, inspection repair and modifications Satisfactory recency as required for issue of applicable certifying approval Full UK Driving Licence Advantageous Hold the Group 3 type rating for Vulcanair P68R / In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you: Great work life balance with a 5-5-4 shift pattern Competitive Group Pension Scheme Life Assurance. Income Protection. Travel Insurance. Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation). Free Car Parking 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval) .(Subject to insurance underwriting) Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
16/05/2024
Full time
Position: B1/2 Licenced Engineer Location: East Midlands Working Hours: 5-5-4 Shift Pattern Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits! Great Work-Life Balance with a 5-5-4 Shift Pattern! Type Rating Training included for the right individuals! Opportunities for professional development! For more details, read on! Actively seeking talented Licenced Engineers to join our talent Engineering Team on an exciting project based in East Midlands. This opportunity is to support a high-profile customer through a dedicated workforce understanding the need to deliver impeccable service in an active operational environment. To be considered for this position you will hold, a UK CAA Part 66 B1, B2 or B3 Licence with no limitations on airframe or engine that would otherwise restrict the addition of Group 3 type rating for: Vulcanair P68R Victor' Preferred candidates will already hold the Group 3 type rating, however applicants with other similar type ratings will be considered as training and type courses may be provided. Mission system operating and maintenance experience also desirable. The successful candidate will join a long established and respected forward-thinking company that has a proven pedigree in career development within the organisation. As part of this role, you must be prepared to work flexibly as part of a team and as an integral part of the Gama Engineering Group, possessing strong communication, organisation and leadership skills. / About us: A hugely diverse business that offers much more than perhaps its name would suggest. Yes, we fly but we also save lives, provide mission critical intelligence, and build systems that deliver decisive advantage. With operations in the UK, US, Middle East and Hong Kong a career with us can offer travel, personal growth opportunities and the ability for long-term progression in a fast paced and dynamic service industry. / Responsibilities: Responsible for the successful completion of all allocated, planned and ad-hoc maintenance tasks Ensure the completion of scheduled customer order requirements when acting as supervising, certifying or category C engineer for a given input Responsible for the management of and performance/quality of performed works in compliance with applicable company process and procedures Ensure correct compliance with applicable regulatory requirements Maintain the required engineering licence and applicable type rating as required to perform duties and be responsible for ensuring licences and type ratings do not lapse and are kept up to date Accountable for providing professional communication with customers and contacts as required Individual responsibility for booking accurate, and consistent timekeeping in applicable software system / Skills, Qualifications and Experience required: Essential An Unrestricted UK CAA Part 66 Licence Category B1, B2 and/or B3 Previous aircraft base maintenance experience with a wide knowledge and skill range in servicing, inspection repair and modifications Satisfactory recency as required for issue of applicable certifying approval Full UK Driving Licence Advantageous Hold the Group 3 type rating for Vulcanair P68R / In addition to a Competitive Salary, we will offer you: Great work life balance with a 5-5-4 shift pattern Competitive Group Pension Scheme Life Assurance. Income Protection. Travel Insurance. Private Healthcare (after successful passing of probation). Free Car Parking 2 Paid Volunteering Days each calendar year (subject to line manager approval) .(Subject to insurance underwriting) Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 20 working days then your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Our customers are at the forefront of everything that we do. It is our aim to raise the consistent standard of quality, efficiency and professionalism within the recycling industry. To deliver this, we focus on developing products and services that save time and money. Our recycling balers, conveyors, fire suppression systems and waste extraction systems are all designed to more than this to meet customers recycling requirements. As a popular choice in the industry we are now recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. In this role you will be responsible for the routine maintenance and repairs of customer equipment. In addition to this you will be expected to maintain business relationships with customers as well as performing necessary administrative tasks and other duties within the scope of your job role. Responsible to: Head Engineer Main Duties and Responsibilities Servicing & Maintenance: Basic troubleshooting, diagnostics and fault finding Service, maintain, refurbish and repair of customer s equipment Commissioning and Installation of customer equipment Use of hand/power tools ratchets, spanner, hammers, etc. Maintenance and repair of company equipment and tools Manufacture, assembly and refurbishment of machinery/parts in the workshop or at customers premises Responding to call outs/breakdowns in a prompt manner at short notice Adhering to Health & Safety at all times Customer Service: Always provide a professional and courteous service to all customers and suppliers Build and maintain excellent relationships with new and existing customers, identifying their requirements where possible Reporting to customer any defects or issues with equipment that could cause harm to their staff or members of the public Provide help and advice to customers regarding the maintenance and repair of equipment Removal of all scrap/waste from customers site and ensuring area is safe and clean before leaving Company Vehicle: Check fluid levels of company service vehicles on a weekly basis and replenish as necessary Maintain cleanliness of the interior/exterior of company service vehicle Stock-take of service vehicles when requested Reporting any issues or damage with company vehicle to your line manager Administrative Tasks: Completion of service reports immediately after every job and ensure documentation is forwarded on to the relevant personnel Completion of timesheets, expense forms and request forms as required Mentoring: Assist and mentor new engineers/apprentices and give honest feedback on their performance to your line manager when requested Person Specification: Previous experience working in mechanical or electrical engineering Ideally experienced as a field service engineer Excellent customer service with strong communication skills Ability to work on own initiative Comfortable mentoring an apprentice/junior engineer Comfortable with travelling and overnight stays (where required) Qualifications & Certification Diploma, City & Guilds or similar qualification in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or similar discipline Full Clean Driving License In the absence of formal qualifications, relevant previous experience will be considered Benefits: Accommodation paid (for overnight stays) with meals provided Fuel Card and Hotel Card Use of company vehicle (work use only) Company pension contributions Extra holiday entitlement following 2 years of service Work uniform Schedule : Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend available with on call rota Job Types : Full-time, Permanent Additional Information: Hours: Monday to Friday (Full time) + Overtime Location: Bridgwater Remuneration: £35,000 to £40,000 (Basic on 48 hours Monday to Friday) Probation period: 6 months Overtime rate paid on additional hours & Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays Candidates can easily achieve £40,000 + per annum with overtime/callouts
10/05/2024
Full time
Our customers are at the forefront of everything that we do. It is our aim to raise the consistent standard of quality, efficiency and professionalism within the recycling industry. To deliver this, we focus on developing products and services that save time and money. Our recycling balers, conveyors, fire suppression systems and waste extraction systems are all designed to more than this to meet customers recycling requirements. As a popular choice in the industry we are now recruiting for a Field Service Engineer. In this role you will be responsible for the routine maintenance and repairs of customer equipment. In addition to this you will be expected to maintain business relationships with customers as well as performing necessary administrative tasks and other duties within the scope of your job role. Responsible to: Head Engineer Main Duties and Responsibilities Servicing & Maintenance: Basic troubleshooting, diagnostics and fault finding Service, maintain, refurbish and repair of customer s equipment Commissioning and Installation of customer equipment Use of hand/power tools ratchets, spanner, hammers, etc. Maintenance and repair of company equipment and tools Manufacture, assembly and refurbishment of machinery/parts in the workshop or at customers premises Responding to call outs/breakdowns in a prompt manner at short notice Adhering to Health & Safety at all times Customer Service: Always provide a professional and courteous service to all customers and suppliers Build and maintain excellent relationships with new and existing customers, identifying their requirements where possible Reporting to customer any defects or issues with equipment that could cause harm to their staff or members of the public Provide help and advice to customers regarding the maintenance and repair of equipment Removal of all scrap/waste from customers site and ensuring area is safe and clean before leaving Company Vehicle: Check fluid levels of company service vehicles on a weekly basis and replenish as necessary Maintain cleanliness of the interior/exterior of company service vehicle Stock-take of service vehicles when requested Reporting any issues or damage with company vehicle to your line manager Administrative Tasks: Completion of service reports immediately after every job and ensure documentation is forwarded on to the relevant personnel Completion of timesheets, expense forms and request forms as required Mentoring: Assist and mentor new engineers/apprentices and give honest feedback on their performance to your line manager when requested Person Specification: Previous experience working in mechanical or electrical engineering Ideally experienced as a field service engineer Excellent customer service with strong communication skills Ability to work on own initiative Comfortable mentoring an apprentice/junior engineer Comfortable with travelling and overnight stays (where required) Qualifications & Certification Diploma, City & Guilds or similar qualification in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or similar discipline Full Clean Driving License In the absence of formal qualifications, relevant previous experience will be considered Benefits: Accommodation paid (for overnight stays) with meals provided Fuel Card and Hotel Card Use of company vehicle (work use only) Company pension contributions Extra holiday entitlement following 2 years of service Work uniform Schedule : Day shift Monday to Friday Weekend available with on call rota Job Types : Full-time, Permanent Additional Information: Hours: Monday to Friday (Full time) + Overtime Location: Bridgwater Remuneration: £35,000 to £40,000 (Basic on 48 hours Monday to Friday) Probation period: 6 months Overtime rate paid on additional hours & Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays Candidates can easily achieve £40,000 + per annum with overtime/callouts
Optical Technician - Leicestershire (up to 30k) Hours: 07.30 - 16.00 Monday to Friday (15.00 finish on a Friday). In the near future, the rota will be changing to: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00. You must be happy to work to the new shift pattern. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify coating problems and defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etcand understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Determines the appropriate test pieces to load into a run to maximise efficiencies and adherence to Quality schedules, is capable of measuring witness pieces to produce customer copies, this will involve familiarity with quality plans, drawings, and sales orders. Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features. The Engineer would have developed/will develop; sufficient experience and expertise to minimise and gauge the necessity for test runs Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002 Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification. Education/Qualifications Skills: Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering backgrounds Able to perform simple arithmetic tasks with calculator Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word Physical Demands: This will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating department. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
10/05/2024
Full time
Optical Technician - Leicestershire (up to 30k) Hours: 07.30 - 16.00 Monday to Friday (15.00 finish on a Friday). In the near future, the rota will be changing to: 06.00 - 14.00/14.00 - 22.00. You must be happy to work to the new shift pattern. Client: An Industry leader in ultra-durable optics for extreme environmental conditions and temperature fluctuations Key Responsibilities Ability to measure and assess work on the appropriate spectrophotometers. Ability to identify coating problems and defects such as spatter, striae, delamination, lint marks, comet marks etcand understand the possible causes and know the type of action to take to avoid their occurrence. Examine work prior to coating and be satisfied it is fit to coat. Be able to load optics safely and maintain their cleanliness. Determine and specify the suitability of jigs for coating taking account of aspects such as clear aperture, outer dimensions, condition of jig being used, etc. Determines the appropriate test pieces to load into a run to maximise efficiencies and adherence to Quality schedules, is capable of measuring witness pieces to produce customer copies, this will involve familiarity with quality plans, drawings, and sales orders. Possess the ability to identify and carry out routine preventative maintenance of critical process control features. The Engineer would have developed/will develop; sufficient experience and expertise to minimise and gauge the necessity for test runs Understand and adhere to the relevant Quality Control Procedures in accordance with ISO 9002 Read and understands all prints and specifications for optical coatings and checks desired specification. Education/Qualifications Skills: Qualifications in Mathematics and Physics at least to GCSE or A level A good understanding of optical manufacture A good engineering backgrounds Able to perform simple arithmetic tasks with calculator Computer literacy, including familiarity with Excel and Word Physical Demands: This will involve physical activities such as transporting optics to and from the coating department. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.