Service Engineer

Job Description

Position Title: Service Engineer (Forklift/Tow motors)
Salary: £43,912.80 plus shift premium
Location: Halewood Transmission Plant
Hours: The plant currently operates days and a 3-shift pattern (Early, Lates, Nights) Shift patterns can be changed based on business requirements.

Ford Halewood Transmissions Limited (FHTL) are seeking a Service engineer within the Effluent Department in Halewood Transmission Plant.

Benefits
Access to our Employee Development and Assistance Programme
A unique opportunity to access Fords Privilege scheme - allowing you to purchase Ford vehicles at a discount
An excellent work-life balance, including a generous holiday allowance of 25 days (inclusive of set shutdown dates)
Cycle to Work Scheme
On site facilities such as a gym, sauna and steam room

Main Responsibilities
Repair motor combustion engines and related power equipment.
Operate material handling and diagnostic machinery, ensuring efficiency.
Perform routine maintenance, including cleaning and lubrication.
Overhaul and test machines for optimal performance.
Dismantle and reassemble heavy equipment, replacing damaged parts.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, using manuals and schematics.
Weld or solder broken parts as needed.
Test mechanical products to meet specifications.
Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults for repair.
Manage parts inventory and schedule maintenance.
Conduct preventive maintenance and analyse data for efficiency.
Take and analyse effluent samples as required.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen for safety, environment and cost.
Focus on machine improvement and root cause fixes.
Forklift and Battery powered vehicle operations and maintenance

The Ideal Candidate
Mechanical Level 3 Apprenticeship or Level 3 Lift Truck and Powered Access Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Must have experience of working on combustion engines and vehicles including FLTs, crane, tow motors, floor scrubbers etc.