Travail Employment Group - Burgess Hill
Workshop Engineer
£30,000 – £36,000 per annum, plus OTE of up to £4,000 per year (OTE available after probation), Haywards Heath, Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Permanent, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, Pension scheme, Free on-site parking, Team events and social activities
The Role
We are seeking a Workshop Engineer to join a specialist engineering business based in Bolney, near Haywards Heath. This is a permanent, full-time role within a close-knit team, reporting directly to the Workshop Manager. The role involves the installation and servicing of hydraulic levelling and air suspension systems for motorhomes, caravans, ambulances, and other bespoke vehicles.
- Install hydraulic and suspension systems to customer vehicles to a high standard
- Read and interpret wiring diagrams and follow technical manuals
- Use initiative to resolve technical challenges during installations
- Carry out fabrication and MIG welding duties when required
- Demonstrate completed work to customers and provide usage training
- Offer technical support to customers via phone and occasional site visits
- Maintain accurate service and repair records
- Promote company standards and customer satisfaction
- Attend training workshops as required
- Comply with health and safety procedures at all times
Requirements
The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands-on technician with vehicle fitting experience and excellent problem-solving ability. Fabrication and wiring knowledge are highly desirable. You must hold a full UK driving licence, possess your own tools, and be willing to travel occasionally for training. A valid passport is also highly desirable.
This role could suit someone who has worked as a Vehicle Fitter, Installation Technician, or Mechanical Engineer.
Company Information
This well-established, growing company specialises in adapting specialist vehicles and has built a strong reputation for quality and service. With recent expansion, they offer a friendly, team-oriented working environment, valuing initiative, skill, and customer focus. Social events and team-building activities reflect their inclusive and supportive culture.
Package
- £30,000 – £36,000 per annum
- OTE of up to £4,000 (after probation)
- Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Team events and social activities
- Own transport essential due to rural location
Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Agency. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.
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