Our client is a well-established manufacturer of special purpose machine is seeking a Workshop and Service Engineer to join their team.

The Role

The successful engineer will be working from the company's head office based in Ashford for most of their team during the machine build phase.

Once the bespoke machinery has been manufactured, you will then travel to customer sites to install and commission their machines. You will be expected to travel to commission machines and provide technical support to customers worldwide on average 3 - 5 times per year, for between 2 and 5 weeks each time.

37 hours per week, working 08.00 - 16.30 Monday to Thursday, and 08.00 to 13.00 Friday.

Key responsibilities:

All aspects of installation and assembly of heavy machinery

Visiting customers' premises for the purpose of installing and testing equipment

Machine assembly

Inspection

Site maintenance

The Candidate

HNC or higher in mechanical or electrical engineering

Practical problem-solving skills

Practical mechanical skills and experience

Experience in hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical

Ability to work independently

Willingness to travel

The Package

Offering up to £40k per annum plus uplifts when working overseas