Summary:
Van Walt is seeking a highly motivated and versatile individual to join our technical department. This hands-on role offers a unique blend of responsibilities with approximately 70% office work and 30% field base work. Must be flexible with a proactive attitude, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves are essential.
Key Responsibilities:
* Configure, assemble, and test telemetry systems and related hardware in the workshop.
* Accurately follow technical documentation, drawings, and work instructions.
* Maintain technical documentation such as user manuals and service logs.
* Undertake compliance testing, product validation, and quality assurance procedures.
* Perform installation, servicing, and maintenance of equipment and systems on customer sites.
* Provide technical support to customers, including troubleshooting, diagnostics, and resolving product issues.
* Deliver hands-on technical demonstrations and training sessions for both internal staff and clients.
* Assist with the preparation and maintenance of rental equipment to ensure readiness and quality standards are consistently met.
* Ensure safe and effective use of hand tools, power tools, and workshop equipment during all tasks.
* Collaborate with the wider technical team to support research, development, and continuous improvement activities.
· Help out with general warehouse operations when required such as stock takes and packing.
* Flexibility to travel for work and carry out varied site work when required
Required Qualifications & Skills:
· Proven mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience
· Confidence working in both field and office environments
· Strong problem-solving skills with a methodical and practical approach to tasks.
· Good IT literacy
· Soldering skills
· Attention to detail and methodical record keeping
· Proficiency in the safe and effective use of a wide range of hand and power tools.
· Excellent problem-solving skills, with a methodical and analytical approach.
· Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
· Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
· Demonstrates a proactive approach to tasks and problem-solving, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative without prompting.
· Awareness of health & safety standards and risk assessment procedures.
· Full UK driving licence (essential for fieldwork and site visits).
Desirable skills:
· Knowledge of SDI-12 / Modbus systems
· Basic understanding of electronics and wiring
· Competence in interpreting technical drawings or schematics.
· Mechanical or engineering qualification (NVQ, HNC, or degree level) or equivalent practical experience.