Resident Engineer in Suffolk

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 Resident Engineer to join the team in the Felixstowe area. 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. They offer an impressive salary and benefits package up to £36k basic.

Responsibilities of the Resident Engineer:

• Reporting to the Service Manager you will be in control of the maintenance, service, and repairs of material handling equipment on the customer's site.
• 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.
• Be an active team player sustaining the company's prestigious reputation.
• You will be required to find, diagnose, and rectify faults, and undertake preventative maintenance on forklifts and other material handling equipment at their customer site.

Requirements of the Resident 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 technology.

Salary and Benefits for the Resident Engineer:

• Opportunities to work either 40-hour or 45-hour weeks with a basic salary banding up to £36k.
• Overtime paid at time and a half over a standard 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).
• They support their engineers with local and national technical support.
• Laptop and phone provided.
• 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.