Trainee Field Technician

Trainee Field Technician
Structural Column Testing
Depot based in Derby DE24 8EB
UK-Wide Field-based role involving weekly overnight stays
Starting salary up to £28,000 per annum
Extensive Training Opportunities, Holiday, Pension

Do you have experience operating plant machinery or groundwork and are keen to develop your skills further in a niche industry? If the answer is yes then please read on…

Precision is excited to partner with a market leader in structural light testing as they grow their team in the Derby area.

With a full order book and plans for continued success and growth, this is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual.

They are currently seeking a Trainee Field Technician, who is enthusiastic to learn structural testing.

The depot is easily accessible from Derby, Castle Donington and surrounding areas.

The Role: Trainee Test Technician:

- To carry out Structural Testing and Analysis of Lighting Columns throughout the UK for local councils, highways and the rail network.
- Undertaking the structural testing of lampposts using machinery and test equipment (Digger/cherry picker type arms)
- Working in small teams (typically 2)
- Expensed overnight stays (Monday to Thursday) with an early return Friday on a weekly basis.
- Learning Force Deflection, Ultrasonic and Eddy Wave Current technology 
- Using calculation Software 
- Understanding the principals of the force deflection test 
- Tacho Discipline
- Providing weekly reports and vehicle check forms 
- Understanding Health & Safety Initiatives 
- Early starts and driving to the test location on a Monday morning
- Setting up and liaising with contractors and clients on-site
- Reporting and record keeping 
- Ensuring the security of machinery, vehicles and test equipment
- Occasional nights/weekend work is required.

Minimum Skills / Experience Required - Trainee Test Technician:

- MUST hold a full, clean UK driving licence (class B+E desirable)
- Have previous experience of operating machinery such as a cherry picker, digger, JCB, scissor lift or forklift
- Prior experience in groundwork, highway maintenance, construction labouring, civil engineering or structural mechanics 
- Competent with Excel to use the test software and create simple reports
- MUST be happy to stay away from home Monday-Friday
- Happy to be working outside in all weather conditions
- Live within 30 minutes of the Derby area
- Be willing to start early when the role requires
- Have a strong work ethic and commitment

The Package/Benefits - Trainee Field Technician:

- Starting salary £28,000 per annum
- Daily expenses are provided along with hotels for overnight stays
- Monday-Friday shifts (days and sometimes nights)
- Competitive night shift bonus (OTE £35k with bonuses)
- Internal bonus progression within the first year
- Company pension scheme
- 31 days holidays (including bank holidays)
- Internal courses Manual Handling: First Aid, G39, Sign Lighting & Guarding, 360 Degree Operation of Tracked Vehicle, HERS Accreditation Portfolio Courses.

Interested? To apply for this Trainee Field Engineer position, here are your two options: 

- "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience.

Ask for Emma Gilmore on 0116 4786971 between 7.30am - 4.30pm. 

- "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know - emmag@precisionrecruitment.co.uk
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