PPM Engineer

Company Overview

Network is a well-established service provider specialising in national catering equipment and engineering services. Having recently celebrated 25 years in business, Network has become a trusted partner for blue-chip clients across the UK.

Working closely with leading manufacturers, the company has built an excellent reputation for providing high-quality services and solutions. We employ a large team of field engineers who are trained across a vast range of specialist commercial catering equipment.

Network is part of the Airedale Group, which provides a complete end-to-end solution for commercial kitchens across the food service industry.

If you are looking for job security, career development and opportunities to progress, Network offers excellent career opportunities as part of a rapidly growing group of businesses, employing approximately 700 people across the UK.

Job Overview

We are looking for a PPM/Trainee Engineer with a mechanical, electrical or gas engineering background to attend client sites across the country and carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) on commercial catering equipment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring equipment is operating correctly, safely and efficiently, while remaining compliant with UK health, safety and environmental legislation.

This is a physically demanding role and may involve:

• Working at heights using ladders or other access equipment.
• Working outdoors throughout the year.
• Travelling extensively across your designated region.
• Carrying out hands-on maintenance and servicing of commercial catering equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend client sites wearing company-branded clothing and represent the company in a professional and courteous manner.
• Carry out servicing and Planned Preventative Maintenance of commercial catering equipment in accordance with agreed specifications.
• Ensure all equipment is left in a clean, tidy and secure condition.
• Identify and report any equipment defects to the relevant Site Manager and record them via the PDA system.
• Report any Health & Safety concerns to the Site Manager and Network's Health & Safety Manager.
• Maintain accountability to the Business Manager.
• Maintain day-to-day accountability to relevant client contacts.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standard.

Experience & Requirements

Essential

• Full UK driving licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Practical, hands-on approach with a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable using tools and carrying out physical work.
• Willingness to travel 100% across your designated region as part of the role.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in an engineering or technical environment.
• Electrical Installation Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications.
• A mechanical, electrical or gas engineering background.

Career Development

This role offers a clear development pathway into becoming a Field Service Engineer within the commercial catering equipment industry.

Through practical training, mentoring and ongoing support, you will develop the skills, knowledge and experience required to progress your engineering career.

Salary & Working Hours

Salary: Competitive salary
Standby Allowance: £110
Overtime:

• Monday to Saturday – paid at time and a half
• Sunday – double time

Working Hours: 45 hours per week

• 08:00 – 17:30 OR
• 07:30 – 17:00
• 30-minute break

Benefits

• Private health insurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Retail discounts
• Life insurance
• Health and wellbeing support programme
• EV salary sacrifice scheme
• Company van
• Fuel card
• Company uniform

Annual Leave

• 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Increasing to 26 days annual leave with service

Why Join Network?

Joining Network means becoming part of an established and growing engineering business with a strong reputation within the commercial catering industry.

With ongoing training, practical support and genuine opportunities for career progression, this is an excellent opportunity for an engineer or trainee engineer looking to build a long-term career in field service.