At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair diesel generators while providing top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join Power Electrics, a diverse and inclusive company focused on employee success.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, training, and a great work-life balance.
- Other info: Flexible working hours, overtime rates, and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the field with hands-on experience and career growth.
- Qualifications: Relevant engineering qualifications and experience with diesel generators preferred.
This role offers a great opportunity for an experienced Service Engineer. You will play a key role in supporting the Service Department by performing maintenance and repairs on customer-owned diesel generators and our rental fleet. This position requires a high degree of customer interaction and collaboration with various departments, so a strong customer service focus is essential. Candidates should be located within reasonable commuting distance of the M62 corridor, ideally around Leeds, Manchester, or Sheffield.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine servicing and maintenance of diesel generators for both customer-owned and rental equipment.
- Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on customer and rental generators, ensuring quick resolution of any issues.
- Conduct site surveys as requested to assess service needs and maintenance requirements.
- Participate in the company’s on-call rota system to provide timely assistance during off-hours.
- Follow the Company Health & Safety Policy, maintaining clean and orderly workspaces, including company vehicles.
- Comply with all aspects of the company ISO standards ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 procedures.
- Proactively contribute to our continuous improvement programme.
Qualifications
- A relevant qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant Maintenance (e.g., City & Guilds, BTEC) or completion of an approved apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Proven experience in servicing and repairing generator sets, particularly FG Wilson, Cummins, or similar (Essential).
- Full driving licence required.
- ECS/CSCS or CCNSG competency card preferred but not essential (training can be provided if necessary).
Skills
- Strong fault-finding skills and effective communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and meet customer requirements efficiently and effectively.
- Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
Experience
- Prior experience working in a field service role (advantageous).
What we offer
- EOT Bonus Scheme – benefit from the company's success by receiving a share of its profits.
- Training, upskilling, and career progression.
- Holiday Buy & Sell Scheme.
- Company pension scheme.
- Private medical scheme – Power Electrics policy is that nobody should pay more than £100 excess.
- Life assurance scheme with access to healthcare support and counselling services.
- 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service up to 28 days.
- Cycle to Work Scheme – tax-efficient bike purchase program.
- Employee Referral Scheme – earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.
Overtime Rates
- Days Time Rate Monday to Friday 12am to 4am Double Time.
- Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm Standard Time.
- Monday to Friday 5pm to Midnight Time and Half.
- Saturdays 12am to 4am Double Time.
- Saturdays 4am to Midnight Time and Half.
- Sundays & Bank Holidays All hours Double Time.
Our Philosophy
At Power Electrics, we welcome a variety of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds. We ensure that all management decisions made regarding employment are done with fairness and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are solely committed to adhering to the principles of equal and inclusive employment. Due to the nature of our work, DBS checks are required, and any offer is dependent on satisfactory references being obtained. All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.
Field Service Engineer – Full Time | Competitive employer: Power Electrics
Power Electrics is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and well-being, offering a competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including an EOT Bonus Scheme, private medical coverage, and a generous holiday allowance that increases with service. Our inclusive work culture fosters collaboration and respect, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute to our success while enjoying opportunities for training and career progression in a dynamic transport environment.
