Powered Access Engineer

Powered Access Engineer

Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire

Salary: £35,(Apply online only)-£40,(Apply online only), 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

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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