Field Service Engineer

ATA Recruitment; Dobs Hill; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Field Service Engineer to join a growing team in the UK. Offering a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 DOE plus overtime, this full-time role involves servicing, installing, and commissioning specialist equipment across customer sites in the UK and Europe. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical/electrical skills and be willing to travel. Additional benefits include a company vehicle, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Use of a company vehicle

Ongoing training and development

7% Pension Company Contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical maintenance engineering required.
• Experience in field service preferred but not essential.
• Must be able to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, installations, and commissioning in the field.
• Perform equipment upgrades and ensure safety standards.
• Provide high-quality technical support to customers.

Skills

Mechanical/electrical engineering skills

Problem-solving skills

Customer-focused mindset

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical or Mechanical maintenance engineering

Tools

Company vehicle

Tools and equipment

Job description

Field Service Engineer

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 DOE + OT available

Shifts: Monday-Friday (Some Occasional Weekend Work May Be Required)

Location: UK and Europe (Field-Based)

Employment Type: Full-time

Are you a hands‑on Maintenance engineer who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working directly with customers? My client is looking for a proactive Field Service Engineer to join their growing UK team, supporting the servicing, installation, commissioning, and upgrading of specialist FMCG equipment across customer sites in the UK and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out equipment servicing, installations, and commissioning in the field, working closely with the wider UK engineering team. And some European Travel.
• Perform equipment upgrades, ensuring machinery meets the latest performance and safety standards.
• Refurbish and upgrade customers' older machines, improving reliability and extending equipment life cycles.
• Provide high-quality technical support to customers, ensuring minimal downtime and excellent service delivery.
• Participate in occasional out-of-hours and weekend work, depending on customer needs.

What They're Looking For

• Strong mechanical/electrical engineering skills minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in either Electrical or Mechanical maintenance engineering
• Experience in field service, maintenance, or commissioning (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a customer‑focused mindset
• Willingness to travel across the UK, Europe and occasionally work outside normal hours

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and overtime rates
• Use of a company vehicle, tools, and equipment
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive team culture
• 7% Pension Company Contribution

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation