Junior Mechanical Service Engineer

Coventry
3 weeks ago
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Junior Mechanical Service Engineer required a design and installer of ventilation systems across several industries including Aerospace, Motorsport, Education sector, Defence, Nuclear, and Renewables. Responsible to the Service Manager and Operations Director, the role is to support the Fitting team with installation of industrial bespoke extraction systems.

Junior Mechanical Service Engineer Job Overview

Assist with installation, maintenance and testing of extraction systems on customer's premises.
Regular use of scissor lifts & cherry pickers.
Maintaining stocks of standard parts and spare parts on service vehicle.
Ensuring all tools and equipment used are maintained in good working order.
This is a national role and there will be the need for UK wide travel. If the customer's premises are far enough, staying overnight nearby may be necessary to optimize time for completing the job or traveling to the next location.

Junior Mechanical Service Engineer Job Requirements

Mechanical mindset, through either employment or education
Knowledge of LEV systems and a mechanical background would be an advantage.
IPAF, FLT, PASMA, CSCS would be an advantage.
Full UK Driving License is essential
Experience in the industry is not essential as full training is given.
Committed team player
Excellent time keeping and verbal communication skills.
Have a head for heights.
Ability to listen and act on instruction.

Junior Mechanical Service Engineer Salary & Benefits

Starting salary £25,000- £30,000
Permanent, full-time position
Monday to Thursday 08.00-17.00 and Friday 08.00-15.00
Company Van
28 days of holiday including statutory bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Company pension
Private health care scheme
Company bonus schemeBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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