Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully Expensed Van

Annual bonus 5%

Commission £50–£500/month

Paid door to door travel

Overtime at 1.5x and 2.0x

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

PPE/Uniform + Uniform Washing

Job summary

Luton Bennett is recruiting a Field Service Engineer to service and repair forklifts and related equipment in the Leicester and Coventry area. The role offers a starting salary of £32,000–£34,000 with a 5% annual bonus and commission, plus a fully expensed van and comprehensive training.

Ideal candidates have mechanical servicing skills, with basic engine diagnostics and electrical know-how. You will work as part of a team, with no overnight stays required and plenty of overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Engineers from plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment.
• IT literate and able to use diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service basis.
• Reactive breakdown coverage within the assigned geographical area.

Skills

Mechanical service

Diagnostics

Electrical basics

IT literate

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Field Service Engineer (Mobile Vehicle Technician/Mechanic)

Leicester & Coventry

8am to 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday & Friday 4pm

£32,000 - £34,000 Starting Salary + Annual 5% Bonus (Circa £2700) + Commission (£50 to £500 a month)

Benefits: Paid Door to Door Travel + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 + Fully Expensed Van (can be used for personal use) + 5% Pension + Excellent Training + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Forklift Driver Licence + Call Out Allowance + Broadband Contribution + PPE/Uniform + Uniform Washing Service + Laptop + Phone

Field Service Engineer role available in a highly successful manufacturer of forklift trucks. The company are offering comprehensive training and support.

The Field Service Engineer role will be suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, cleaning equipment or similar. 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.

Part of a team of engineers, you'll be responsible for carrying out service and repairs on a range of forklifts. No stay away or extensive travel is required. Excellent OTE available through overtime and commission.

The Field Service Engineer 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 Field Service Engineer Person Required:

• Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
• Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject
• IT literate