Field Service Engineer

Huy Thanh Consultant Company; East Devon; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in forklift trucks is seeking a Service Engineer (Field) for a role based in Bury St Edmunds. This position offers a competitive salary, extensive training, and a range of benefits including paid travel and a fully expensed van. Ideal for candidates from mechanical backgrounds, this is an opportunity to transition into a rewarding field service role with prospects for career progression.

Benefits

Paid Door to Door Travel

Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0

Fully Expensed Van

Fuel Card

Pension contributions

Training Package

25 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

IT Equipment

Uniform washed weekly

Shopping/Discount Vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment.
• Ideally hold a relevant Level 3 qualification.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery.
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage within the designated area.
• Complete comprehensive training on all machinery and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject

Job description

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Bury St Edmunds

Monday to Friday, 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

£31,000 - £40,500 Starting Salary Depending on Contact Chosen

Benefits: Paid Door to Door Travel + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 (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

FService Engineer (Field) role available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You'll enjoy a field-based role within a small geographical area offering excellent on-the-job training, extensive benefits, and progression routes.

The Service Engineer (Field) role is suitable for engineers from various backgrounds such as plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. This is also a great opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry, as the company provides full training. Candidates should demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, with ideally some engine diagnostic and basic electrical skills.

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

The Service Engineer (Field) Role In Brief

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

The Person Required

• 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