An excellent opportunity has become available for a motivated and hands-on Yard Engineer to join a leading generator specialist in the Southwest. Our client is looking for someone to support their East Grinstead depot in the service and maintenance of their rental fleet as well as customers’ own equipment.
You’ll be a key part of their team, working closely with internal and external customers, providing updates, ensuring high standards of service, and contributing to a smooth-running depot.
What We Offer
Salary of £32,600 (40 hours a week)
Training, upskilling & career progression opportunities
Company pension scheme
Private medical scheme
Life assurance scheme
23 days holiday plus bank holidaysKey Responsibilities
Prepare, service and maintain hire fleet generators and ancillary equipment
Diagnose faults and carry out breakdown repairs on rental and customer equipment
Attend customer sites to assist with synchronising generators for various applications
Support yard operations, including loading and offloading equipment
Operate a forklift within the yard
Deliver and collect generators and ancillary equipment using company vehicles, including refuelling
Maintain yard and workshop cleanliness and organisation
Assist customers on-site with running out cables as required
Conduct site surveys for special jobs
Participate in the on-call rota (1 week in 4)
Liaise daily with the Depot Foreman regarding allocation of equipment, parts, oil, and fuels
Comply with Health & Safety policies, including daily vehicle safety checks
Follow ISO 9001:2015 procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiativesSkills & Experience Required
Previous experience with generators and strong fault-finding abilities
Mechanical or electrical background essential
Full driving licence essential (towing categories preferred)
Forklift licence preferred (training can be provided)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
CSCS / ECS Card preferred (training can be provided)
Strong communication and customer service skills