Diesel Fitter/Engineer

Diesel Fitter/Engineer

Exeter

Permanent Full Time

Competitive Salary plus Company Van, Phone, Laptop, All PPE and uniform

A unique opportunity has arisen within a new rental division of an established manufacturer. Due to the new side of the business exceeding expectations, an opening for a diesel fitter/engineer has become available in the Exeter area.

The role will involve reporting to the depot Senior Engineer along with mechanical and electrical engineering tasks in the depot and out in the field.

Ideally, you will have been trained by or worked with an engine manufacturer (CAT/Perkins/Volvo/JCB). The prime movers are used to drive large water pumps, which will be part of your remit. Training will be provided if required for the pump end.

In this role, the mechanical/electrical engineer will:

• Comply with health safety and environmental legislative requirements.
• Ensure risk assessments & method statements have been utilised.
• Plan and coordinate the work in an efficient manner.
• Liaise with customers.
• Undertake repairs for the diesel driven pump fleet.
• Fault finding throughout the mechanical/electrical process.
• Assist with keeping our new fleet in a world-class condition.
• Prioritise and efficiently manage all mechanical engineering works to ensure that the customer has the best service and reliability, with minimum downtime.
• Provide assistance with spares ordering.
• Provide technical support to the customer and other engineers within the company.
• Be part of a callout rota.
• Check drawings, designs, materials, and equipment for conformity with project specifications.
• Manage the maintenance planning and daily project inquiries.

The successful applicant will have:

• A qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with large diesel engines, preferred OEM trained.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work unaided and as part of an engineering team.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to stay on task.
• Full driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits.

Hours are 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with 1 hour for lunch.

OT is 1 1/2 Monday to 12 Saturday and double time after.

Company Van, Phone, Laptop, All PPE and uniform.

Call out 1 in 5, 80 standby rate.