Installation Engineer

About the job

Job Title: Installation Engineer

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

About us:

Join our team at PAC, a friendly automation specialist company based in Gloucestershire, that provides personalised services for automated gates, vehicle barriers, bollards, and roller garage doors.

About the role:

As one of our First Fix engineers, you'll be responsible for the layout and installation of gate posts, ground rails, ducting and other ground related works including pulling of cables through ducts.

We're looking for someone who's adaptable, proactive, and a good problem solver, with excellent communication skills. If you're passionate about providing excellent service and keen to take on a new challenge, then we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step towards becoming a part of our friendly and dynamic team at PAC.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform ground works and first fix installations on automated gates, barriers, bollards, and garage doors.
• Perform any other duties that the company deems the First Fix Engineer competent to carry out.
• On occasion, assisting the Second Fix Engineers and Service Engineers in their day-to-day tasks.

General Responsibilities:

• Attend both in-house and manufacturer training sessions.
• Complete all necessary paperwork electronically.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety guidelines to ensure personal and team safety.
• Effectively manage time on jobs to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Communicate job progression with Installation Manager.
• Share best practices and knowledge with other team members.
• Promote a positive company image at all times.

Personal Requirements:

• Full / valid manual driving licence is essential.
• Possession of a valid licence to operate a mini excavator is highly desirable; however, we welcome applications from candidates who are willing to undergo training or already possess substantial experience in groundworks.
• At least 1 year of experience in a similar ground working based role.
• Able to use spirit levels and laser levels, general hand tools, generators, and handheld ground breakers.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to read basic site and installation drawings (preferred, not required).
• Logical problem-solving skills.
• Technical aptitude.
• Enthusiastic, adaptable, and ready for a challenge.
• Able to plan and work independently.
• Competent communicator, willing to liaise with staff and clients.
• Respects others and has a positive attitude toward diversity.
• Willingness to learn and build on existing skills.
• Working to high standards with attention to detail.
• Basic welding skills preferred but not essential.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time position, consisting of 40 hours per week including a 30-minute lunch break.
• The working hours are primarily Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 16:30. The successful candidate may be required to work beyond these hours if the job demands it.
• The role is primarily based in the field, with occasional work required at the company's office or other locations as needed.

Salary and Benefits:

• A competitive salary depending on experience.
• Company-supplied van with fuel card equipped with job-specific tools, ensuring that you have everything you need to complete your work effectively and efficiently
• Company phone and tablet, allowing you to stay connected with colleagues and access necessary resources while on the go
• Opportunity to work outdoors, enjoying the fresh air and freedom that comes with working in the field
• Overtime pays at a rate of 1.5x while on site, giving you the chance to earn extra income while you work
• 31 days holiday (Including bank holidays) increasing to by 1 day per year up to a maximum of 33 days

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