Field Service Engineer

Allstaff; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist is seeking a Field Service Engineer for a permanent full-time position covering the South East of England. The successful candidate will install, maintain, and repair equipment on client sites. Key qualifications include experience in mechanical and electrical engineering, excellent customer service skills, and a full UK driver's license. This role offers a competitive salary up to GBP36k plus benefits and is ideal for candidates based in the Reading area willing to travel into central London.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Optical Eye care reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in fault finding at the mechanical component level.
• Print or print finishing background is an advantage.
• Full, clean UK driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair company equipment on client sites.
• Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues related to mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering experience

Excellent customer service skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Understanding of computer systems and electronic controls

Education

Qualification in mechanical and electrical engineering

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Service Engineer covering the South East for one of our clients on a full-time permanent basis.

Summary of the Role

Salary: up to GBP36k plus car, etc.
Location: South East England with travel into Central London
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Hours: Monday to Friday, with third shifts
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Optical Eye care reimbursement.

Note: Our client prefers candidates based in the Reading area who are willing to travel into central London at least 3 days per week.

Responsibilities of the Field Service Engineer

• Install, maintain, and repair company equipment on client sites.
• Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues related to mechanical and electrical systems, including computer control systems.
• Support administrative requirements.
• Build good working relationships with customers, other engineers, and members of the Service Department.

Requirements for the Successful Candidate

• Mechanical and Electrical Engineering experience, including fault finding at the mechanical component level.
• Understanding of computer systems and electronic controls.
• A qualification in mechanical and electrical engineering is preferred.
• Print or print finishing background is an advantage.
• Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Paper handling skills are an advantage.
• A full, clean UK driver's license.

Allstaff Recruitment is an independent recruitment specialist based in Bedfordshire, working with companies across Bedford, Milton Keynes, and surrounding areas to fill vacancies with permanent, temporary, and contract roles across various sectors.

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Thank you for your interest in the Field Service Engineer role. Our recruitment specialists will review your application. Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to all candidates directly. If you do not hear from us within seven days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.