Mobile Telemetry Engineer

Speedy Hire
Lichfield
3 months ago
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Mobile Telemetry Engineer

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Mobile Telemetry Engineer

Mobile Telemetry Engineer

Mobile Telemetry Engineer

Mobile Telemetry Engineer - Tamworth

Monday to Friday 07:00 – 17:00 pm, 42 hours a week


Are you ready to be part of an innovative team that’s driving change in the equipment hire industry? We’re looking for a passionate Mobile Telemetry Engineer to take ownership of telemetry systems across our territories. This is a fantastic opportunity to work hands‑on with cutting‑edge technology while supporting a fast‑paced, customer‑focused business.


Responsibilities

  • Installation, maintenance, and management of telemetry on Speedy assets
  • Provide a quality service, product and control mechanism in the Northern Speedy territories
  • Lead synergy between all Speedy categories and engineering functions that adopt and use telemetry
  • Ongoing quality control of telemetry devices fixed to Speedy assets
  • Creation and maintenance of a telemetry installation guide
  • Development and continuous adaptation of training material and practical sessions for Speedy engineers
  • Provision of telemetry training to others, as required
  • Liaison with others in the Speedy team to ensure network availability
  • Development and maintenance of collaborative key relationships across divisions
  • Assisting in development of Standard Operating Procedure
  • Customer‑facing activities as required

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary – confidential chat available
  • Overtime paid time and a half and door‑to‑door
  • You will have use of a Speedy Hire van and fuel card
  • 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  • Career progression and training programmes – progress into a different role in the future, we want to ensure that we are providing you with all of the support needed to achieve your goals!
  • Life assurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Canteen facilities
  • 95% discount across the Speedy brand
  • Voluntary Health Cash Plan
  • My Staff Shop: discounts and offers for shopping etc. across many suppliers
  • Green Commute Initiative: Work scheme for cycling
  • PAM – Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Offers free and confidential support and counselling to help you through matters such as wellbeing, divorce, legal, and financial management

What You’ll Need

  • Full driving licence
  • Previous experience working at single and three–phase AC electrics, ideally gained within the hire industry or a similar engineering field (Preferred)
  • 12 V DC and 24 V DC electric fault-finding and ability to read wiring diagrams
  • Understanding of basic engine communication systems (CAN bus and MOD bus)
  • Proficient computer skills, use of telemetry platforms
  • Ability to write technical reports
  • Can work under pressure and as part of a team
  • Willingness to travel and occasionally stay overnight when required
  • Ability to support your business unit/team to deliver our ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver

Other Industries Considered

  • Auto Electrician, electrical, maintenance electrician, electrical installer, electrical engineer, electrical technician

Seniority level

Entry level


Employment type

Full‑time


Job function

Engineering and Information Technology


The Speedy Group is an equal opportunity employer where we embrace diversity in all its forms and foster an inclusive environment for all people to do the best work of their lives with us. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neurodiversity status or disability status. All roles within The Speedy Group require proof of right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Further information on ESG governance: https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance


Please note that Speedy reserves the right to close vacancies earlier than the stated date if we receive a high level of applications. We recommend completing the application promptly to be considered.


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