Senior Loading Bay Engineer

The Loading Bay Engineer will be responsible for the installation, servicing, diagnostics, and repair of loading bay equipment. You will carry out both planned and reactive work across a variety of customer sites, ensuring minimal downtime and excellent service quality.

This role requires a combination of electrical fault-finding skills, mechanical aptitude, and hands-on installation experience. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial or commercial engineering and be familiar with equipment such as dock levellers, sectional doors, scissor lifts, vehicle locks, control systems, and hydraulics., Installation & Commissioning:

• Install and commission dock levellers, dock shelters, industrial doors, scissor lifts, and safety equipment
• Wire control panels and connect electrical systems in accordance with technical drawings and standards
• Program basic control logic where required (PLC experience advantageous)

Servicing & Maintenance:

• Conduct scheduled PPM (planned preventative maintenance) on loading bay and industrial access equipment
• Perform full system checks on hydraulics, pneumatics, electrics, and mechanical components
• Record and report all service work completed, including parts used and future recommendations

Diagnostics & Repairs:

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults in control systems, motors, safety devices, and sensors
• Diagnose hydraulic and mechanical faults, including cylinder issues, leaks, or misalignments
• Advise customers on system upgrades or replacements when appropriate

Health & Safety & Compliance:

• Work in line with Health and Safety legislation and risk assessments on site
• Ensure all work is completed to relevant British Standards and company quality procedures
• Keep up to date with product-specific training, electrical regulations, and compliance protocols

• Previous experience working as a field technician
• Strong electrical background
• Competent in fault-finding and repairing 3-phase systems, relays, control panels, and safety circuits
• Competent in hydraulics and mechanical systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and complete paperwork accurately

Desirable:

• Experience working with dock levellers, dock shelters, scissor lifts, or industrial doors
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• IPAF, PASMA, or CSCS certification
• Knowledge of PLCs or motor control systems
• Welding or fabrication skills

Pulled from the full job description

• Annual leave
• Company pension, * Competitive base salary
• Company van, fuel card, uniform / PPE
• Power tools provided
• 24 days on annual leave + bank holidays
• Full training and ongoing support from an experienced team.
• Opportunities for career growth within a fast-growing business.

Pension scheme and other company benefits.

Pay: £19.00-£24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Dock Solutions Ltd is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of industrial doors, loading bay equipment, and associated services. With a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we deliver high-performance solutions to businesses across sectors including logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, and retail.