Field Service Engineer

GRIMME (UK) Ltd

Field Service Engineer - up to £45,960 per annum

“Harvesting Success Together”

“Our passion is to produce and maintain products to serve to feed the world”.

GRIMME (UK) Ltd is dedicated to supporting its customer requirements through its network in the UK offering innovative equipment and market-leading service and parts back-up. GRIMME (UK) Ltd believes in the personal development of its staff and every aftersales person involved with the brand. That’s why GRIMME (UK) Ltd offers an extensive training programme through the GRIMME (UK) Ltd Academy in a purpose-built training facility at Swineshead.

The Role – Field Service Engineer, based at the Swineshead Depot.

We are looking for Field Service Engineers who are keen to progress their career within a market leading machinery manufacturer. In return GRIMME (UK) Ltd offers an excellent remuneration package and the opportunities to progress within a dynamic organisation.

Initial Responsibilities

As a Field Service Engineer for GRIMME (UK) Ltd, your initial responsibilities will be:

• Machine diagnostics and seasonal repair of our full range of equipment and non GRIMME equipment.
• Routine planned preventative maintenance both in the depot and out on site.
• Machine PDI and Re-specification to both new and used equipment.
• Delivering customer expectations in line with department targets.
• Mentoring of apprentice technicians (once up to speed personally).
• Completion of all tasks in a timely and profitable manner.
• Promotion of the brand and service department, always ensuring a high level of customer service and satisfaction.
• Any other duties as and when required by Management that are reasonably within the capabilities of the person and are aimed at achieving the company’s objectives and goals.

Requirements

• To have resilience and to be able to maintain a positive outlook.
• Pragmatic thinker and solutions orientated.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced demanding environment.
• To be able to prioritise tasks & workload in priority order.
• Knowledge and experience of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• A commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
• Self-motivation, strong communication skills, and a drive to embrace new challenges.
• Experience in an Agricultural environment would be advantageous, but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided.
• Proficiency in maintaining and repairing machinery using special tools and following approved technical procedures.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours during peak seasons.
• To engage in additional training to further development and skills.
• A valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Family owned and family run business.
• Bonus scheme based on company performance and individual performance.
• 24 days annual holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Extra day holiday for your birthday.
• Competitive Pension contribution scheme.
• Westfield Health scheme (which includes an Employee Assistance programme)
• Life assurance up to 4 x salary.
• Company mobile + tablet.
• Company van for business and private mileage.
• Access to onsite Mental Health First Aider.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Company and Team events.

Salary: £30,160 to £33,280 (Dependent on experience)

On target earnings: £42,075 to £45,960

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

Overtime paid as follows:

Monday to Saturday = time and a half

Sunday & Bank Holiday = double time

Closing date for applications is 31st March 2024

If you would like further information, please feel free to email Emma Scholefield at e.scholefield@grimme.co.uk

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Up to £45,960.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/03/2024