Reefer Engineer

Freightliner, the UK's leading maritime intermodal logistics operator, presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled Reefer Engineer to join their dynamic team at the London Gateway (Stanford-le-Hope) location. This permanent, full-time position offers a chance to contribute to a company at the forefront of the UK's heavy haul rail freight and intermodal logistics sectors, with operations spanning across Europe.

This role is integral to ensuring the seamless operation of refrigerated shipping containers, a critical component of Freightliner's extensive logistics network. If you're a dedicated engineer with a passion for maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

Advantages for Prospective Candidates:

• Be part of an industry leader: Join the largest maritime intermodal logistics operator in the UK, offering exposure to a vast and complex supply chain.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Freightliner values its employees and offers a competitive salary, a robust pension scheme, and life insurance coverage from day one. You'll also benefit from paid breaks.
• Career Growth and Development: Freightliner is committed to employee advancement. You'll have access to regular training, including external courses and in-house sessions, designed to enhance your skills and build confidence in your role.
• Award-Winning Safety Culture: Work within an environment recognized for its commitment to excellence and innovation in safety.
• Family-Friendly Provisions: Benefit from generous family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Freightliner is proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer, highlighting their commitment to supportive workplace practices.
• Employee Well-being: Access a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and an employee benefits platform that provides discounts on gym memberships, various retail vouchers, and a cycle-to-work scheme, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Essential Role in Operations: As a Reefer Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the operational efficiency and compliance of critical equipment, directly contributing to the company's success.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Technical Expertise: The role requires proven ability in electrical fault finding, strong mechanical aptitude, and sound engineering skills. Essential F-Gas certification is a prerequisite, indicating a need for specialized knowledge in refrigeration systems.
• Hands-On Maintenance: A significant part of this role involves carrying out repairs, testing, steam cleaning, and Pre-Trip Inspections (PTIs) on refrigerated shipping containers and Gensets. If you thrive on practical, hands-on work, this role will be highly rewarding.
• Flexibility and Responsiveness: Participation in an on-call rota for out-of-hours support is a key aspect of the position. This demonstrates a need for flexibility and the ability to respond to emergencies, providing valuable experience in critical incident management.
• Customer Interaction: You will act as a company front-line representative with customers at container ports and domestically. This offers an opportunity to develop your communication and professional presentation skills in client-facing situations.
• Safety Consciousness: A mature and proactive approach to health and safety is paramount, reflecting Freightliner's dedication to a safe working environment.
• Driving License: A full UK driving licence is required for this position, suggesting potential site visits or movements as part of the role.
• Industry Knowledge: While previous experience in the refrigeration industry is essential, knowledge of transport refrigeration is desirable and could enhance your application.
• DBS Check: Please be aware that successful appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, a standard procedure for roles involving critical infrastructure and potential access to sensitive areas.

This Reefer Engineer position at Freightliner offers more than just a job; it's an opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career within a well-established and forward-thinking organization. If you possess the required technical skills and a commitment to excellence, this role provides a strong foundation for professional growth in the logistics sector.