Company:
Finning (UK)Ltd
NumberofOpenings:
1
WorkerType:
Permanent
PositionOverview:
As a Field Service Engineer you willrespond to customer’s field repair and service requests diagnosingand providing comprehensive detail about the nature the problem tothe customer and Finning to create a quote as per the request ofthe customer within a cost and time effectivemanner.
Location - Ashford and surroundingareas
JobDescription:
Working within Finning’sindustry leading field service department, and for the largest CATdealer in the UK and Ireland, you will be at the forefront of thecompanies on site diagnostic and repair capabilities forCaterpillarproducts.
You will needto have both outstanding customer focus coupled with in depthknowledge of plant equipment. The ability to attend site andunderstand the customer needs and resolve any mechanical orelectrical issues in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner,utilising the most up to date dealer software and repairtechniques.
As aFinning Engineer you willreceive:
* Salary£38,500 - £43,800
* Locationallowance (£3000 perannum)
* 25 days holiday(purchase up to 5 extra daysholiday)
* AnnualBonus
* Annual ToolAllowance
* Healthcarebenefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new childpayments to support newparents)
* Access to companyshare scheme
* Up to 8%pension
* lifeinsurance
* Laptop andphone, van
* Industryleading CAT producttraining
* Overtime
Additionally,you will benefit from enhanced maternity and paternity packages,family-friendly policies to support working parents, enhancedflexible working options, support from a team of 40+ Mental Healthfirst aiders, employee wellbeing solutions, the opportunity to workwith your charity of choice, and length of service &recognitionawards.
Main JobFunctions
* Provide anestimate of arrival time at customer’s site in response to servicerequest based on the job instructions from Branch giving details ofcustomer location, machine, contact name and nature of problem andcurrent work situation.
* Contact customer’s sitemanagement in order to register arrival and presence on site andensure knowledge of customer procedures so as to adhere to siterequirements.
* Diagnose the likely cause ofreported equipment problems, in discussion with customeroperators/supervisors and using specialised equipment, in order toprovide the customer with an information for the workrequired. Provide a comprehensive detail to allow Finning toconstruct a quote as requested by thecustomer.
* Identify the parts required to carryout the repair and requisition any parts and determine expectedtime of delivery so that a date and time of any necessary servicere-visit can be agreed with customer.
* Undertakerepair and service work on the machine to the agreed work plan,removing and dispatching components for specialist attention andre-installing the original or replacement, to bring the machine upto the requiredstandards.
Knowledge
* Knowledgein the use of field-based diagnosis tools and equipmentessential
* Heavy Earth Movingequipment operating knowledge
* Formallyapprenticed trained (NVQ Level 3) and served as a workshop engineerfor a significant period or development opportunity for a qualifiedapprentice
* Experience of a varietyof construction and static machinesessential
Educationand Experience
* LDV drivinglicence
* Formally trained (NVQ Level 3preferred) and served as a service engineer for a significantperiod or development opportunity for a qualifiedapprentice
* Experience of a variety ofconstruction and static machinesessential
AtFinning we believe that our people are the heart and soul of ourcompany and fundamental to our success. Our employees are rewardedwith an attractive all-round benefits package including 25 daysholiday, company pension scheme, healthcare, company share schemeand various flexiblebenefits.
Ifyou would like to work for a global organisation offering industryleading training and a competitive package then apply onlinetoday
At Finning, we prioritize creating adiverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equalopportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals toexpress themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company,we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals ofall backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminateagainst applicants based on gender identity, race, national andethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital andfamily status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore,Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonableaccommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. Ifyou require an adjustment/accommodationat any point during the recruitment process, please inform yourrecruiter.