Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of forklift trucks is seeking a Service Engineer to perform maintenance and repair work on forklifts in Doncaster. This field-based role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and excellent benefits including fully expensed van, fuel card, and paid travel. Ideal candidates will have experience with plant equipment and demonstrate mechanical and diagnostic skills. Opportunities for career progression are available.

Benefits

Paid door-to-door travel

Overtime at 1.5x and 2.0x

Fully expensed van (for personal use)

Fuel card

6% employer and 4% employee pension

Training package

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

IT equipment

Uniform (washed weekly)

Shopping/discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment.
• Candidates from automotive technicians/motor trade backgrounds are suitable.
• Ideally hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery as a field service engineer.
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage within the designated area.
• Ensure spares are stocked in the van overnight.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

#Job No. KS842.

Location:

Doncaster

£31k - 40.5k per year

Type:

Permanent

Job Description:

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Doncaster Territory

Monday to Friday, 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

Starting Salary: £31,000 - £40,500, depending on the contact chosen

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

This role is with a highly successful international manufacturer of forklift trucks. It offers a field-based position within a small geographical area, providing excellent on-the-job training, comprehensive benefits, and progression opportunities.

The Service Engineer (Field) role is suitable for engineers with experience in plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. It is also an excellent career move for vehicle technicians seeking to transition into this industry, as full training will be provided. Candidates should demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, with ideally some engine diagnostics and basic electrical skills.

The company manufactures forklift trucks. As part of the local team, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown repairs on forklifts and related equipment in Doncaster. No extensive travel or overnight stays are required. Overtime is available mainly during weekdays.

Role Summary:

• Carry out PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery as a field service engineer
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage within the designated area
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent on all machinery and equipment
• Ensure spares are stocked in the van overnight

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment; automotive technicians/motor trade backgrounds are also suitable
• Engine diagnostics and basic electrical skills
• Ideally hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject