Field Service Engineer

Oyster Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Enhanced pension

Company shares scheme

Health cash plan

Life insurance

25 days holiday plus option to buy

Job summary

Oyster Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service, calibrate and repair essential electronic gas detection equipment. You will test devices, demonstrate operation to clients, and act as the on-site point of contact for service findings.

The role involves working independently in the field across the UK, managing your van stock and calibration gas, and coordinating with a team to plan schedules. A full UK driving licence and electronics qualification are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing, troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate function and findings to clients on-site.
• Experience with commissioning/installation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Service, calibrate and repair essential electronic gas detection equipment.
• Test serviced equipment to confirm full operation and demonstrate to clients.
• Be the on-site point of contact, communicating findings clearly.
• Collaborate with engineers on larger jobs and plan schedules with the Service Administration team.
• Manage van stock and calibration gas to provide first-time fixes.
• Complete accurate service reports and safety documentation.

Skills

Electronic equipment service

Troubleshooting

On-site communication

Field work

Self-management

Education

HNC/HND in electronics or electrical field

Job description

Do you have experience servicing and troubleshooting electronic equipment and thrive when working independently in the field? Our client is a forward-thinking organisation committed to creating a safer, cleaner, and healthier future through innovative gas detection solutions. They're looking for a Field Service Engineer to join their growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, calibrate and repair essential electronic gas detection equipment.
• Test all serviced equipment thoroughly to confirm it is fully operational, demonstrating its function to clients to ensure their confidence and understanding.
• Act as a key point of contact on-site, communicating clearly with customers about the work completed and any technical findings.
• Collaborate with other engineers on larger jobs and work closely with the Service Administration team to plan and optimise your schedule.
• Manage your own van stock and calibration gas efficiently, aiming to provide a first-time fix on every visit.
• Complete and submit accurate, professional service reports and safety documentation.

Who They're Looking For

• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in electronic equipment service, troubleshooting and repair
• HNC/HND in electronics or electrical field, or equivalent technical qualification
• Previous field service engineering experience, desirable
• Commissioning and/or installation experience, desirable
• Confined Space, IPAF, or Safety Passport qualifications, desirable
• Knowledge of gas detection systems or similar technical equipment, desirable

Benefits

• Paid overtime (1.5x hourly rate, with double time on Sundays)
• 37.5-hour work week with travel time included
• Company van
• Enhanced pension
• Company shares scheme
• Health cash plan
• Life insurance
• 25 days holiday plus option to purchase more