Electronics Field Service Engineer vacancy in Swindon | M4 | M5 Corridor (270lw)

Ex-Mill Recruitment Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Swindon is looking for an Electronics Field Service Engineer to service and repair electronic detection equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in electronics, excellent communication skills, and a full UK driving license. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 to £35,000 plus overtime and excellent benefits including company van and pension scheme.

Benefits

Company van

Paid travel time

Health cash plan

25 days holiday plus birthday off

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in field service, equipment repair, commissioning, or installation is desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence is a must.
• Ex-military backgrounds especially welcome.

Responsibilities

• Service, calibrate, and repair electronic detection equipment.
• Carry out proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
• Support team members on larger, multi-engineer jobs.
• Deliver user training once experienced.
• Ensure accurate service reports and documentation.

Skills

Field service experience

Technical background in electronics or similar

Confidence with test equipment

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a physically active role

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Job description

Electronics Field Service Engineer vacancy in Swindon | M4 | M5 Corridor (270lw)

We’re recruiting an Electronics Field Service Engineer for a leading technology company specializing in life‑saving safety systems that has a fantastic work culture. Full product training is provided – what matters most is your technical foundation (electronics, electrical, communications OR similar) and your willingness to get hands‑on in the field.

What you’ll be doing

• Service, calibrate, and repair electronic detection equipment.
• Carry out proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning on customer sites.
• Support team members on larger, multi‑engineer jobs.
• Deliver user training (once experienced).
• Ensure accurate service reports, RAMs, and documentation (training provided).
• Manage van stock and equipment so customers always receive a first‑time fix where possible.
• Cover Swindon / M4 / M5 Corridor area primarily, with occasional travel to other sites.

What we’re looking for

• HNC/HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent is preferred (or strong hands‑on technical background gained in Service) – full product training provided by the client.
• Desirable to have experience in field service, equipment repair, commissioning, or installation but it’s not essential.
• Confident using test equipment (e.g., multimeters).
• Good communication skills – written and verbal – able to engage with customers.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable with a physically active role (ladders, confined spaces, etc).
• Ex‑military backgrounds especially welcome (e.g. REME, Avionics, Comms, Marine Engineering, Weapons Tech, RAF/Electrical, Submariner Technicians, etc).

What’s in it for you

• Base salary – £30‑£35k + paid overtime (uncapped – often taking total earnings higher).
• Paid travel time.
• Company van, fuel, and expenses card.
• Excellent pension (up to 10.5% matched).
• Company share scheme.
• Health cash plan, eyecare, life insurance.
• 25 days holiday + birthday off + option to buy more.
• 14 weeks paid maternity, paternity, adoption leave.
• Ongoing training and development – including industry‑standard qualifications.

If you are unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to still apply and discuss it further, as our client promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment. You may be just the right candidate for either this role or upcoming roles.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you to [e-mail].