Is it time to start thinking of a change in career and do you have a passion for wanting to work for one of the leading manufacturers in their field? A global leading manufacturing company has a newly created opportunity for a Workshop Engineer to join the team in the Newton Aycliffe area. The position has been created due to further expansion of one of their flagship depots. The position offers many opportunities for progression once you have joined the business. As one of the largest manufacturers in their field they are highly supportive in career development and offer an exceptional training and development program, where you will be supported in ongoing training. Many Workshop Engineers, progress into field based roles. They offer an impressive salary and benefits package with an OTE of £40k in your first year, a Company van with personal usage allowed, PDA & Mobile Phone, Overtime paid over a standard 40-hour week, Company Pension Scheme, 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays. All benefits, listed below.
Responsibilities of the Workshop Engineer
Reporting to the Depot Manager you will be in control of the maintenance, service, and repairs of material handling equipment at the depot. You will be working with an assortment of equipment including electric trucks. Managing your own work in progress, ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed accurately, attend regular training courses to maintain up-to-date knowledge of equipment, and be an active team player sustaining the company's prestigious reputation. You will be working with everything from small pallet trucks, through to IC trucks, VNA trucks, and automated trucks, you will be required to find, diagnose, and rectify faults, and undertake preventative maintenance on forklifts and other material handling equipment at their depot.
Requirements of the Workshop Engineer
NVQ Level 3 qualification is essential - Certificates will be required
Will consider experienced FLT Engineer, Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, HGV Technician, Agricultural Engineer, Roadside Recovery, Road Sweepers and much more.
Technical experience in Engines, Electrics (Diagnostics) and/or hydraulics.
IT Literate and be comfortable with using the latest technologySalary and Benefits for the Workshop Engineer:
Opportunities to work either 40-hour or 45-hour weeks with a basic salary banding up to £40k
OTE £45k
Regular days Monday to Friday
Overtime paid at time and a half over a standard 40-hour or 45-hour working week.
25 days holiday + all bank holidays and additional holidays for length of service
Company Pension Scheme, 6% contribution.
Discount Team, with access deals to some of the largest brands
Employee Incentive Scheme
6-week training program which offers world-class training to enable you in your role
Long-term training development plans, some of the best in the industry
Opportunity for growth through the technical grading process
Opportunity for the right candidates to undertake extended learning (Degree level)
All specialist tooling is provided, and a tool replacement policy is provided by the company (Wear and Tear)
Ensuring you are safe and look the part, all PPE supplied, company cleaned specialist work wear
If you are looking for a change in career with a fresh challenge, where you will be supported in your future career goals, then this could be the opportunity for you. If you meet the above requirements, then please click on apply and a member of our dedicated team will be in contact