Coffee Machine Engineer

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The Opportunity

This is a field‑based role covering Cornwall and Devon, responsible for the installation, maintenance, servicing and repair of commercial coffee equipment, including traditional espresso machines, bean‑to‑cup systems and associated appliances.

The position offers genuine long‑term progression as the team grows toward a 5‑engineer structure, with future leadership responsibilities available for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities

• Reactive repairs, diagnostics and breakdown support across customer sites
• Planned preventative maintenance to minimise downtime
• PSSR / boiler safety checks where required
• Installation and commissioning of espresso and bean‑to‑cup machines
• Updating service reports, workflow systems and van stock records
• Occasional workshop‑based tasks at the Liskeard site (½ day to full day weekly depending on workload)
• Providing professional on‑site customer support and basic end‑user training
• Supporting the wider engineering team and contributing to continuous improvement

Candidate Requirements

• Mechanical and electrical fault‑finding competency
• Hands‑on experience with commercial coffee machines (espresso and/or bean‑to‑cup)
• Previous field service engineering experience
• Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes

• Self‑motivated and comfortable working independently
• Strong customer service skills and professional manner
• Organised, proactive and reliable
• Able to support a large geographic region (Cornwall & Devon)

Working Pattern

• 8:30am – 5pm, with door‑to‑door travel paid
• Field‑based across Cornwall & Devon
• Workshop presence required once a week (½ day to full day depending on workload)
• On‑call rota: approximately once every 3 weeks (Saturday/Sunday)

Salary, Benefits & Package

• Flexibility into the early £40s for exceptional candidates (typically post‑probation)
• Company van/pool vehicle — available for personal use
• Company pension
• Free parking at Liskeard Workshop
• Tools, equipment, and uniform supplied
• Strong engineering support from the in‑house workshop team
• Progression into senior/lead roles as the department expands

Progression Pathway (12–36 Months)

As the engineering team grows, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress into a more senior or leadership‑focused position, covering areas such as:

• Leading the engineering team
• Managing parts, vehicle allocation & stock systems
• Overseeing schedules and service workflows
• Supporting training of junior engineers
• Driving improvements across the service function

Why This Role?

• Opportunity to join a growing, well‑respected South West brand
• Strong mix of field autonomy and workshop support
• Realistic progression into leadership as the team expands
• Supportive family business culture
• Excellent earning potential and benefits package

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Food and Beverage Services