SITE INSTALLATION ENGINEER
Salary
Negotiable depending on skills and knowledge.
Hours of Work
Site Installations
- UK-wide and international travel required
- Early, mid and late shift coverage as required
- Weekend working available
- Overnight stays may be required
- Occasional travel outside the UK
Yard-Based Work (when required)
- Monday to Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
- Friday: 08:00 – 16:30
About Haith
Haith Group is a leading UK manufacturer of advanced machinery for the handling, washing, grading and packing of vegetables. With over 75 years of engineering expertise, we design and deliver innovative solutions that help customers across the agricultural and food processing industries improve efficiency, reduce waste and enhance product quality.
Trusted by growers, packers and processors worldwide, Haith is committed to engineering excellence, continuous innovation and exceptional customer service. As our business continues to grow, we are always looking for talented individuals to help shape the future of our industry.
Main Purpose of the Role
Reporting directly to the Customer Service Manager, the main purpose of the Site Installation Engineer is to install, commission, service and maintain Haith machinery in line with customer requirements, ensuring work is delivered safely, on time and to the required quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver installation, service and maintenance activities on customer sites and in the yard
- Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs, including replacement of components where required
- Fault find, test and service Haith and third-party electro-mechanical equipment
- Attend customer sites on time and comply with site induction and safety requirements
- Complete all service, maintenance and installation work to agreed timescales and quality standards
- Provide accurate and timely service reports and job documentation
- Liaise closely with the Service Coordinator to ensure efficient scheduling and completion of work
- Communicate professionally with customers to ensure high levels of satisfaction
- Work collaboratively with Technical, Production and Engineering teams
- Accurately complete timesheets, job reports and other required documentation
- Manage van stock levels to ensure materials and parts are available to complete assigned work
- Ensure company vehicle is kept clean, well maintained and road-legal at all times
- Comply with all Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures and legal requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications and Background
Essential
- City & Guilds Level 3 in Electrical Installations (or equivalent)
- Relevant engineering qualification or demonstrable experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems
- Awareness of safe working practices and Health & Safety requirements
Desirable
- Electrical certification
- Experience within food processing or food transfer systems
- Experience with access control systems
- EITB qualification
- Fitting, assembly or bench fitting qualifications / experience
- Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Engineering
- Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH, CSCS, or similar)
Skills and Behaviours
- Highly organised with strong time management and planning skills
- Methodical and logical approach to fault finding and problem solving
- Able to work independently using initiative, as well as collaboratively within a team
- Self-motivated and capable of working to deadlines with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills, confident dealing with customers and internal stakeholders
- Flexible and adaptable approach to work, including shift patterns and travel
- Willingness to work weekends where required
Benefits
- 20 days holiday, increasing by one day for every full year of service to a maximum of 25.
- Additional paid day off to celebrate your birthday (following successful completion of probation).
- Regular company social events, including a Summer BBQ, Christmas brunch, and team activities.
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential support and wellbeing advice.
- Discounted gym memberships to support health and wellbeing.
- Death in Service cover.
- Free on-site parking.
Job Type
Full-time, permanent, on site.
Pay: Up to £19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
