Field Service Engineer

OBR Group Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to perform installation, servicing, and maintenance of specialist equipment. The role requires travel to customer sites across the UK, often with overnight stays. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role, demonstrate strong mechanical and electrical skills, and hold a valid UK driving license. A competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 is offered, along with overtime opportunities and benefits such as a company vehicle and 26 days holiday.

Benefits

Company Vehicle + Fuel Card

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Ongoing technical training

Qualifications

• Experience as a Field Service Engineer or in a similar hands-on role.
• Proven mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, install, and maintain specialist equipment.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns.
• Fault-find on mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Interpreting technical drawings

Job description

Field Service Engineer

Hours: Monday - Friday days only

Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (Depending on experience) + Overtime Opportunities

Overtime: Paid door-to-door 1.5x anything over contracted hours (Mon–Fri) 2x on weekends

(Nationwide Travel Required, overnight stays 1–3 nights per week on average)

Benefits

• Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Expenses paid
• Over night stay uplift / allowance
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Clear career progression pathways
• All tools, equipment, and PPE provided

The Role

This is a mobile position involving travel to customer sites, carrying out installation, servicing, breakdowns, maintenance, and fault-finding on a range of specialist equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, repair, install, and maintain specialist equipment across multiple locations
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond to reactive breakdowns
• Fault-find on mechanical and electrical systems
• Complete accurate job sheets, reports, and all relevant documentation
• Work independently to manage your schedule and workload effectively
• Support project-based installations when required

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Field Service Engineer or similar hands‑on engineering role
• Strong mechanical and / or electrical fault‑finding skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and schematics
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel nationwide with overnight stays (1–3 nights per week)