Powered Access Engineer

Job Description:

Powered Access Engineer

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: £32,000-£40,000, Overtime @1.5x and 2x on Sundays and Bank Holidays
Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week (flexible between 07:00–18:00)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Company

Interaction recruitment has partnered with a long‑established, family-owned organisation operating within the materials handling and powered access sector. Due to their successful growth, they are currently seeking a Powered Access Field Service Engineer to join their current team. The business supplies a wide range of equipment across the UK and prides itself on a close‑knit working environment where employees are valued and supported.

The package: 

• 24 days annual leave + public holidays (32 days overall)  
• Door to Door Paid  
• Full training and Development surrounding electrical & mechanical repairs, fault finding and diagnostics 
• Opportunity to develop and progress long term within the company (leadership and management)
• Overtime available at 1.5X
• Comp van, Fuel Card - includes private use within reason 
• All Travel Time, Expenses paid from home to/from site 
• A fantastic Earning Potential with scope to progress internally 

Key Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns and urgent callouts, delivering efficient fault resolution
• Diagnose electrical, hydraulic and mechanical faults on powered access equipment
• Perform routine servicing, LOLER inspections and preventative maintenance in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal teams regarding required work, timelines and machine condition
• Identify and source parts required to complete repairs
• Complete service reports, job sheets and digital documentation accurately
• Maintain safe, clean and organised working practices
• Use diagnostic tools, schematics and service manuals to troubleshoot faults
• Represent the company professionally on customer sites
• Build strong customer relationships through technical expertise and reliability
• Provide technical advice to customers and colleagues when required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• NVQ in Engineering (or equivalent)
• Previous experience as a powered access engineer
• Strong fault-finding capabilities (mechanical and electrical)
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Ability to work to tight deadlines
• Flexible and supportive team approach
• Thorough Examination Certificate
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• Experience using PDA and Protean software
• IPAF Licence and/or CAP Licence
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Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach Julius on (phone number removed) or (url removed) 

Similar roles may be Powered Access Engineer, Mobile Plant Engineer, Field Service Engineer (MEWPs), Material Handling Engineer, Plant Fitter / Plant Technician, Lifting Equipment Engineer, Service Engineer – Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Workshop Engineer – Powered Access, Mechanical & Electrical Service Technician

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