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Job offer description

M&E Global is a defence contractor undertaking services on complex military equipment and aircraft for UK and US contractors. We have a fantastic opportunity for a Generator Mechanic to join our team.

The role

Based in Mannheim, Germany you’ll get to work alongside our dedicated workforce on a US Military base.

Prior generator maintenance experience will be required, although additional training will be provided on site.

This role is a fantastic chance for you to further develop your skills as a Generator Mechanic, working on a diverse range of military generators in an exciting environment.

Essential duties and responsibilities

  • Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repair activities on various pieces of diesel and gas generators up to 100k volt amperes.
  • Maintains record of repairs required, parts used and labour time.
  • Using ammeters, voltmeters, watt maters and other testing devices to properly diagnose faults and repairs.
  • Identify parts in repair manuals and place order requests for needed parts.
  • Perform annual services on equipment fleet.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Deployment package and additional benefits

Our recruitment team will be happy to discuss the deployment package and additional benefits in more detail. Here is a general outline*:

  • Extremely competitive rates of pay.
  • Weekly living allowance.
  • €250 towards you travelling to Germany.
  • Working hours Monday to Friday.
  • Progression and opportunities for promotion. 
  • Holiday entitlement + bank holidays.
  • Training given to enhance your skillset.
  • Assistance with finding accommodation

This is a great opportunity to work overseas, continue a career in contracting or experience it for the first time.

Do you know someone who would be suitable for this role? We offer a referral fee of €200 for anyone you refer to this contract that we hire. They must be a new referral, previously unknown to us and complete 12 weeks work on contract.

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*Please note, the deployment package varies from role to role and will depend on your current circumstances.

Job requirements
  • Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repair activities on various pieces of diesel and gas generators up to 100k volt amperes.
  • Maintains record of repairs required, parts used and labour time.
  • Using ammeters, voltmeters, watt maters and other testing devices to properly diagnose faults and repairs.
  • Identify parts in repair manuals and place order requests for needed parts.
  • Perform annual services on equipment fleet.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Nice to have
  • Full valid driving license 
Benefits
  • Extremely competitive rates of pay.
  • Weekly living allowance.
  • €250 towards you travelling to Germany.
  • Working hours Monday to Friday.
  • Progression and opportunities for promotion. 
  • Holiday entitlement + bank holidays.
  • Training given to enhance your skillset.
  • Assistance with finding accommodation
Job restrictions

Please note, this role is currently open to UK and EU passport holders.

Job details
Occupation field:
Work experience:
Work experience is not required
Language skills:
  • English
  • Very good
Required skills:
electric generators, monitor electric generators, set up generators
Salary range (Monthly):
2338 - 2828 EUR (Net pay)
Date of expiry:

About company

For over 20 years, M&E Global has worked at the forefront of defence recruitment and as such, we have a wealth of knowledge in placing ex-military staff into civilian roles. This has given us a unique appreciation of the contribution and sacrifice that people working for the Armed Forces make whilst serving, and continue to do so once they leave the forces. M&E are committed to being… Find out more