Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; Leeds; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of forklifts is seeking a Service Engineer for the Leeds, Bradford & Wakefield area. This role offers excellent on-the-job training, a comprehensive benefits package including a fully expensed van and overtime opportunities. Ideal candidates have mechanical service skills with potential from various engineering backgrounds like HGV or agricultural machinery. Join a successful team and develop your career in this well-supported position.

Benefits

Paid door-to-door travel

Overtime available

Fully expensed van

Fuel card

6% employer and 4% employee pension

Training package

25 days holiday

Discount vouchers

Qualifications

• Demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills.
• Ideally have engine diagnostic experience.
• Some knowledge of basic electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance on forklifts and associated equipment.
• Provide breakdown coverage within the geographical area.
• Complete training to become fully competent on all machinery.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Leeds, Bradford & Wakefield Territory

Monday to Friday 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

£31,000 - £39,000 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

Service 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 location offering excellent on the job training, extensive benefits package and progression routes.

The Service Engineer (Field) role will be suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment. This is also a great career opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry as the company will fully train. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, ideally have engine diagnostic and some basic electrical skills.

The company are a manufacturer of forklift trucks. Part of a team in the area, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on a range of forklifts and associated equipment in Leeds, Bradford & Wakefield. No stay away or extensive travel is required. Overtime is available if desired mostly in the week.

The Service Engineer (Field) Role in Brief:

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

The Person Required:

*Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
*Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
*Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject