Service Engineer

Thornhill, Kirklees
1 day ago
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What Are We Looking For?

Due to continued growth, WES, part of the RSE Group, is looking to recruit a Service Engineer to support the installation, delivery, and maintenance of our products within the Water industry. You will undertake electrical, mechanical and control works, including commissioning and fault finding within new and existing MCC’s, analysers, motors, actuators, and various other equipment.

Please note that this position is field based and there is a requirement of travel involved within this due to site locations.

Some of Your Key Duties Include:

  • Completing electrical, mechanical and controls installation and commissioning works in line with the Company and client standards and procedures.

  • Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem

  • Ensure all drawings and test records and telemetry schedules are marked up/information passed onto project teams.

  • Ensure that all works are completed safely, efficiently and to specification.

  • Maintain key relationships with Project Managers, Site Managers/Teams, Health and Safety Advisors, Support Services, Clients, Contractors and Subcontractors.

    What Do You Need?

  • Experience within an Electrical, Mechanical or Controls Engineering position.

  • Experience in fault finding and testing.

  • Understanding of industry regulations and standards.

  • Water industry experience would be highly advantageous however other industries will also be considered.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Full UK Driving Licence

    WES - Who Are We?

    WES is one of the leading suppliers of specialist Chemical Dosing systems in the UK. Simply put, we do it all. Our service offering includes design, manufacture, and installation of innovative chemical dosing solutions for the UK water industry and industrial manufacturing markets. Our nationwide coverage means WES is well placed to offer integrated solutions and support services across the UK. Uniquely, chemical dosing is not a division of WES, it is WES. We believe this gives us cutting edge advantage in the marketplace, and our people are at the forefront of our innovation.

    WES is part of the RSE group of companies, offering us a unique advantage in the marketplace. RSE is the leading partner of choice in the design, build & maintenance of water treatment & water recycling equipment. Delivering products and services to clients across the UK, RSE’s offering to the market focuses on innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

    RSE – Who Are We?

    Established in 1982, RSE has grown into one of the most prominent MEICA engineering businesses in the UK water industry. We have created a complete in-house and full-service capability from project inception through to design, fabrication, and delivery by means of installation and commissioning.

    Our service offering presents industry-leading innovative solutions and our dedicated staff play a key role in delivering our sustainability and wider business goals. With over 2000 staff across our group of companies, our strategic ambition will see the business continue to grow as we expand our operations and diversify our products. One of RSE’s key focuses is driving servant leadership and giving our people the opportunity and responsibility to take an entrepreneurial approach in their career development.

    In a flourishing sector where there are vast career opportunities available, we believe our niche offering to the market means our people have the space to thrive and innovate our industry.

    If you’re interested in a career with a company that will harness your skills and provide you with the support to create your own future within the water industry, apply now

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