Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable service provider in Burton upon Trent is seeking a Service Engineer to perform field service engineering on materials handling machinery. The role offers a starting salary of £31,000 to £39,000, depending on the chosen contract, and includes benefits such as paid travel, overtime, and comprehensive training. Ideal candidates should have experience in plant machinery and diagnostic skills.

Benefits

Paid door to door travel

Overtime at 1.5x and 2.0x

Fully expensed van

Fuel card

Training package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, or agricultural machinery.
• Motor trade background is suitable.

Responsibilities

• Perform PPM and breakdown services on materials handling machinery.
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage in the designated area.
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent.

Skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Technical knowledge of plant and machinery

Education

Level 3 or equivalent in relevant subject

Job description

Overview

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician) – Burton Upon Trent

Location: Burton Upon Trent

Salary: £31,000 - £39,000 starting salary depending on contract chosen

Type: Permanent

Benefits

Paid door to door travel + overtime at 1.5x and 2.0x (OTE £40-45K) + fully expensed van (can be used for personal use) + fuel card + 6% employer and 4% employee pension + training package + 25 days holiday + bank holidays + IT equipment + uniform and washed weekly + shopping/discount vouchers

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
• Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
• Complete comprehensive training to get fully competent on all machinery and equipment
• Spares placed in van overnight

The Person Required

• Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
• Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
• Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject