Mobile Digital Installation Engineer – Greater Manchester
Plantforce are a national supplier of technologically advanced plant hire machinery tailored to the construction, rail, major project and energy industries.
Our vision is to be our Customers first choice through safety, sustainability and integrity.
At the heart of our strategy are our people. Plantforce are committed to investing in our people and culture, matching the right people in the right roles from the start. Fostering growth by empowering our people to develop alongside the business, enabling career progression and the creation of new opportunities with on the job training.
As a result of our continued growth we are excited to be recruiting for Mobile Digital Installation Engineer. If you believe you’re the right candidate, read on to learn more!
Division/Department: Digital
Location: Greater Manchester
Reports to: Digital Lead
Type of position: Full Time
Normal working days: Monday – Friday
Core Hours Per Week : 42.5
Job Purpose:
This role will involve supporting the Plantforce Digital Division with both installation of Trimble Earthworks, GCS900 and Lecia MC1 machine control systems on site for customers or in one of our depots situated around the UK. You will be fitting wiring harnesses to pre-approved specification set out by the manufacturer, including calibration, welding and fabrication of sensor brackets and mast mounts. The role includes the delivery, installation and set-up of various cab kits for customers on their sites.
The territory to be covered includes Greater Manchester and surrounding areas
Main Responsibilities:
- Delivery and fitting wiring harnesses to pre-approved specification on customer sites
- Calibration of harness
- Welding and fabrication of sensor brackets and mast mounts.
- Together with the above, the role would also encompass installation of human form recognition cameras, height and slew restrictors and any other innovations as the role develops.
Skills and attributes:
- Strong organisational skills
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
- Good communication skills
- Team Player mindset
- Ability to demonstrate initiative
- Good Time Management
- Proactive and self-motivated
Essential Requirements and qualifications:
- Right to work in the UK
- Full Driving Licence
- Sound auto-electrical/mechanical knowledge
- Digital machine control systems knowledge (Trimble Earthworks and Leica MC1)
- Previous experience of setting up calibration of excavators and dozers
- High standard of welding/fabrication to include hot works
- Ability to read wiring diagrams
- Understanding of Risk assessments and method statements
Benefits
- Refer a friend scheme
- Employee Assistance program
- Wellbeing support
- Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
- Annual employee satisfaction survey
- Discounted gift card scheme – Saving up to 15% on a huge range of physical and digital gift card from big name retailers.
- Paid volunteer days to support our community team and our chosen charities
We actively welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.
