Breakdown & Service Engineer

Our client is a company who specialise in providing vertical access solutions, including elevators, construction hoists, and work platforms, primarily for industrial and construction applications.

As a Breakdown & Service Engineer you will be carrying out maintenance, fault-finding, repairs, and provide technical support on products across the UK, ensuring all tasks are completed in line with internal and external customer requirements.

Location: M25 Area, will also cover anywhere in the UK.

Salary: Starting at -45,000 (depending on experience)

Hours 8am-5pm Mon-Fri (1-hour unpaid break) Overtime available

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and technical support on Alimak products across the UK.
• If authorised, perform inspections, tests, commissioning, training, and site surveys.
• Complete all paperwork (e.g. reports, timesheets) accurately and on time.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, training, and safety systems.
• Represent Alimak UK professionally in appearance, behaviour, and conduct on customer sites.
• Follow all site-specific rules and procedures when working at customer locations.
• Be flexible to meet business and customer needs, including working extra hours or staying away from home.
• Take part in the emergency out-of-hours standby rota when required.
• Support continuous improvement in safety, quality, customer service, and efficiency.
• Take part in training and share knowledge to support team development.
• Follow all responsibilities under the company''s Health & Safety Management System.
• Maintain good communication and relationships with customers, colleagues, and suppliers.
• Carry out other relevant field or workshop tasks as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years'' experience in a relevant engineering or technical field
• Proven electrical knowledge supported by relevant professional qualifications
• Experience with construction, industrial, access, or capital equipment (preferred)
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a wider team
• Strong technical learning and problem-solving skills
• Analytical and fact-based approach to decision making
• Clear, concise reporting and documentation skills
• Full UK driving licence essential
• Flexibility for travel and overnight stays required

Benefits

• Company Sick Pay - Up to 2 weeks fully paid sick leave.
• Generous Pension Scheme - Company contributes 8% towards your pension.
• Overtime Pay - Time and a half paid for hours worked beyond 8 per day (on-site).
• Away-From-Home Bonus - -25 daily bonus when working away from home.
• All Travel Expenses Covered - Hotel accommodation fully paid by the company.
• Daily Meal Allowance - Up to -35 per day for evening meals and -15 per day towards lunch when working away.
• International Work Opportunities - Potential to work on global projects.
• Fully Equipped Company Van - Includes a fuel card for business use.
• Full-Day Pay Guarantee - If you complete your work early, you''re still paid for a full day.

Impact Recruitment are acting as agency on behalf of our client, if you would be interested in the role please apply with an up-to-date CV or alternatively call us on (phone number removed).