Field Service Engineer

TipTopJob; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer of forklift trucks is seeking a Service Engineer for a field-based position in Glasgow. This role offers extensive benefits including paid travel, training opportunities, and a salary ranging from GBP 31,000 to GBP 40,500, with potential earnings up to GBP 45,000 through overtime.

Benefits

Paid Door to Door Travel

Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 rates

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

• Candidates should demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills.
• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, or similar equipment is preferred.
• Ideally, hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery.
• Respond to reactive breakdowns within the designated geographical area.
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent with all machinery.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject

Job description

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Glasgow

Monday to Friday, 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

Starting Salary: GBP 31,000 to GBP 40,500 Depending on Contact Chosen

Benefits include: Paid Door to Door Travel, Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 (OTE GBP 40-45K), Fully Expensed Van (personal use permitted), 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, extensive benefits, and progression opportunities.

The Service Engineer (Field) position is suitable for engineers from various backgrounds such as plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. It is also an excellent opportunity for vehicle technicians seeking to transition 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 the local team, you will be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on forklifts and related equipment in Glasgow. No extensive travel or overnight stays are required. Overtime is available mainly during weekdays.

Role Overview:

• Perform PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery as a field service engineer
• Respond to reactive breakdowns within the designated geographical area
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent with all machinery and equipment
• Spare parts are stocked in the van overnight

Candidate Requirements:

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