Job Details
This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a market leader in the design, manufacture, installation and support of factory and packing efficiency systems across a diverse range of market sectors such as food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and chemicals. As a project leader you can look forward to travelling to some great places, such as South African vineyards, Canadian tomato packers and Australian food preparation sites, where you will meet and work with some extraordinary people from every walk of life. Most installation project trips are one to two weeks in duration and this will mean that you will be spending around 75% of your time at sites across the UK or abroad. This is a friendly company to work for and they are passionate about their products and very supportive of their staff and their future development.
Applications from ex-military personnel are strongly encouraged.
Key Responsibilities:
- Taking ownership for the installation and commissioning of mechanical and electrical equipment, conveyor systems, weight scales, electrical cabinets, industrial printers and support equipment
- Working alone, or leading a team of installation engineers to complete a task within pre-set timeframes and costs
- Provision of training to customers on the use, maintenance and optimisation of the equipment
- Conduct preventative maintenance and annual service visits where needed
- Act as the company representative on-site by supporting the customer and providing exceptional service to ensure their investment yields them the highest possible benefit
- Maintain regular interaction with the UK project team regarding progress, issues and time schedules
Person Specification:
- Based in the South East within a commutable distance of Kent
- Ability to travel, with no restrictions, at short notice
- Prepared to spend 75% of your time travelling within the UK and worldwide
- Must hold a current driving licence and valid passport
- Possesses a demonstrable mix of skills, from electrical and simple software installation to mechanical engineering
- Experience in on-site fault finding and troubleshooting
- Knowledge and experience of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems an advantage
- As a representative of the company you must be neat, articulate and have the ability to teach others how to use equipment and software
- A logical mind and strong work ethic
- Physically fit
Benefits:
- Company vehicle & phone
- Pension scheme
- 25 Days holiday per year
- Training provided
- Opportunity for progression.
Salary £30k
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