Powered Access Engineer

Powered Access Engineer

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Salary: £35,000-£40,000, Overtime @1.5x and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week (flexible between 07:00-18:00)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Company

Interaction recruitment has partnered with a long established, family-owned organisation operating within the materials handling and powered access sector. Due to their successful growth, they are currently seeking a Powered Access Field Service Engineer to join their current team. The business supplies a wide range of equipment across the UK and prides itself on a closeknit working environment where employees are valued and supported.

The package:

• 24 days annual leave + public holidays (32 days overall)
• Door to Door Paid
• Full training and Development surrounding electrical & mechanical repairs, fault finding and diagnostics
• Opportunity to develop and progress long term within the company (leadership and management)
• Overtime available at 1.5X
• Comp van, Fuel Card - includes private use within reason
• All Travel Time, Expenses paid from home to/from site
• A fantastic Earning Potential with scope to progress internally

Key Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns and urgent callouts, delivering efficient fault resolution
• Diagnose electrical, hydraulic and mechanical faults on powered access equipment
• Perform routine servicing, LOLER inspections and preventative maintenance in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams regarding required work, timelines and machine condition
• Identify and source parts required to complete repairs
• Complete service reports, job sheets and digital documentation accurately
• Maintain safe, clean and organised working practices
• Use diagnostic tools, schematics and service manuals to troubleshoot faults
• Represent the company professionally on customer sites
• Build strong customer relationships through technical expertise and reliability
• Provide technical advice to customers and colleagues when required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• NVQ in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a powered access engineer
• Strong fault-finding capabilities (mechanical and electrical)
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Flexible and supportive team approach
• Thorough Examination Certificate
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Experience using PDA and Protean software
• IPAF Licence and/or CAP Licence

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