Field Service Engineer

Flannery Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd.; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant equipment provider in the UK is looking for a skilled Field Service Engineer to install and maintain GPS systems. You will work closely with clients to ensure machine accuracy and efficiency. Responsibilities include technical support, training staff, and ensuring optimal performance of equipment. Candidates should have experience with GPS systems, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a full UK driving license. This role offers opportunities for training and career development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology

Training and career development opportunities

Dynamic and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience with GPS machine control systems.
• Experience with survey equipment, GPS, and laser total stations.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, and maintain GPS and machine control systems.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting services.
• Conduct maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting and diagnostic skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to travel

Ability to work with GPS systems

Education

Relevant engineering or surveying qualifications

Tools

Trimble GPS

Topcon GPS

Leica GPS

Job description

Field Service Engineer / GPS / HFR

About Flannery Plant Hire

Flannery Plant Hire is a leading provider of operated and self‑drive plant equipment, with a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, reliable machinery to the UK’s largest infrastructure and construction projects. We are proud to be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability in plant hire, embracing the latest technology to support our clients and operators.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Field Service Engineer to join our technical team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of GPS and machine control systems across our fleet. This role is crucial in ensuring the precision and efficiency of earthmoving operations and maintaining our commitment to delivering cutting‑edge solutions to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and calibrate GPS and machine control systems (e.g., Trimble, Topcon, Leica) on various plant machinery.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting services to clients and operators on‑site and remotely.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on GPS systems to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.
• Work closely with site managers, surveyors, and machine operators to ensure GPS solutions meet site specifications.
• Train plant operators and staff on the use of machine control systems and software.
• Maintain accurate records of installations, calibrations, and service reports.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest developments in machine control and positioning technologies.
• Collaborate with the operations and hire desk teams to ensure timely deployment of GPS‑equipped machines.
• Handle data and install DTM files to machines and prepare and check customer information using CAD office. Create avoidance zones and train in the use of file import and export for machine GPS.
• Establish site control, install GPS base stations, localise GPS machinery, conduct site checks using Leica and Trimble Total Station and GPS survey equipment.

Requirements

• Establish site control, install GPS base stations, localise GPS machinery, conduct site checks using Leica and Trimble Total Station and GPS survey equipment.
• Proven experience with GPS machine control systems (Trimble, Topcon, or Leica preferred).
• Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with survey equipment, GPS, laser total stations and detection equipment.
• Great attitude, must be willing to listen and learn.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to sites across the UK as needed.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable

• Relevant engineering or surveying qualifications.
• Experience with telematics and data management platforms.
• CSCS card or equivalent construction site accreditation.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with industry‑leading technology.
• Training and career development opportunities.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.