Machine Tool Service Engineer

Our client, a prestigious engineering firm with over a century of industry expertise, is seeking a dedicated Machine Tool Field Service Engineer. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits. About you * You will be experienced with working on large machinery both installing and maintaining CNC and Manual equipment. * You must be able to climb onto machines by steps and ladders to access the areas being worked on as well as down into machine pits. * You must be comfortable to work within a variety of customer premises, from small subcontract engineering machine shops to large Blue Chip national and international engineering companies. * You should have good organisational and strong interpersonal skills plus formal technical qualifications and should be able to demonstrate your experience within this field. * Your time management should be good with a desire to put the customer first but also to have a good work – life balance. * You must be comfortable both working on your own at a customer site and working as part of a small team including socialising with them in the event of stopping away from home. * You should be prepared to stop away from home for a number of nights as the job requires ( occasional weekend working may be required ) * A desire to learn and grow with the company The Role * The role is based at our premises in Brighouse West Yorkshire ( HD6 ), however, your working location can be flexible throughout the UK * There may occasionally be a requirement to travel abroad for periods of 2 to 3 weeks ( America and France mainly ) * As you are the face of the Company, you must present a confident ‘can do’ attitude. * You will be expected to comply with all Health and Safety regulations of the company. * To support the Company in securing more potential business, by identifying and submitting engineer leads for new service contracts or opportunities for additional spares or service work. * Drive the implementation of engineering best practice procedures and maximise both effectiveness and efficiency within the job. * To handle any challenging situations with customers in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Skills/qualifications * Recognised Engineering apprenticeship. (Preferred) * Proof of competency to carry out the role. * Essential you will have a valid UK driving license – ( Clean Preferred ) * Experience in dealing with both Manual and Computer Numerically Controlled Milling Machinery. * Mechanical fitting and fault diagnosis on Machine tools. * Experience in machining head / Gearbox assembly and correct setting of Bevel gear meshing – This is an important and key part of the Role. * Machine tool alignment experience. – This is an important and key part of the Role. * The ability to work independently or as part of a team. * Excellent attention to detail and enjoy problem solving. * The ability to read and understand mechanical assembly drawing, Hydraulic schematic drawings and electrical schematics. * A basic knowledge of Electrical and Hydraulic work together with an aptitude for practical work. * NVQ or Higher in an Engineering subject (Preferred). * Good computing skills ( Microsoft Office ) * Electrical fault finding experience ( Desirable ) * Skills training will be provided as necessary to comply with Health and Safety requirements We offer:- Competitive salary £ 46k basic plus overtime ( 1 ⅓ x weekdays, 1 ½ x Saturday, 2 x Sunday ) Core working hours - 38 ½ hours per week (Monday to Thursday 8.00 to 16.30 - Friday 8.00 to 15.00 ( ½ hour lunch break ) Holidays 25 days + bank holidays Pension - Contributory Pension Contribution levels Company 4% Employee Min 4% Life insurance Company car (Currently a Skoda Superb Diesel estate) Opportunity for progression and career development