Field Service Engineer

SMT GB; Lockerbie; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Field Service Engineer to provide exceptional service in southwest Scotland. In this role, you will be responsible for servicing and repairing Volvo construction equipment, utilizing your technical expertise to diagnose issues and communicate effectively with customers. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge diagnostic tools and contribute to revenue growth by promoting aftermarket solutions. This role offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development, making it ideal for those who are passionate about engineering and customer service.

Benefits

5% Employer Pension Contribution

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Annual Salary

Wellbeing App Discounts

Counselling and Coaching Sessions

Free Will Writing Service

24/7 Doctor Access

Healthshield Cashplan

Family Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in repair and maintenance of heavy construction plant.
• Advanced diagnostic skills in hydraulics, electrics, and EATS.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair Volvo construction equipment and identify mechanical problems.
• Promote aftermarket solutions and seek additional service revenue opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical Problem Identification

Diagnostic Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Formal Engineering Qualification in Plant Maintenance

NVQ 3/C&G

Tools

Computerized Diagnostic Equipment

Tablet for Reporting

Job description

About the Role:

We are looking for a Field Service Engineer to report into our Stirling depot, this role will be covering southwest Scotland.

The focus of this role is to ensure we deliver a first class service to both internal & external customers. To actively seek revenue opportunities and discuss these with customers, Customer Support Representatives and your Line Manager.

What you will be doing:

1. Service and repair Volvo construction equipment or miscellaneous equipment
2. Identify mechanical problems, using technical knowledge and computerized diagnostic equipment, offering guidance and advice to the customer
3. Carrying out duties in a commercially focused way, seeking additional service revenue opportunities and promoting our aftermarket solutions
4. Work in line with quotations and time guides, highlighting to management where additional work may be required
5. Ensure software updates are installed as new versions are released
6. Complete tablet inputs, electronic reports and timesheets in ‘real time' providing comprehensive details of the work undertaken
7. Order parts for your work as necessary and to return parts in a clean condition and at the time of job completion
8. Able to work overtime as and when required and to honour reasonable call out requests
9. Attend any relevant product or systems training courses

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, And Experience

In order to set you up for success, we look for the following skills and experience:

1. A formal engineering qualification in Plant Maintenance, Agricultural / HGV mechanics or related discipline (i.e. NVQ 3/C&G)
2. Relevant experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy construction plant, including proven technical competence on diesel engines, transmissions, drive lines, hydraulics and electrics
3. Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting skills and comprehensive understanding of hydraulics, electrics and EATS
4. Ability to communicate efficiently with colleagues, management and customers
5. Work with a cost-conscious mindset to ensure maximum profitability
6. Ability to problem solve and high level of diagnostic skills
7. Confident using computer systems and outlook
8. High levels of attention to detail
9. Conscientious in all aspects of the job
10. Highly responsible, reliable, honest and trustworthy
11. Ability to understand technical literature/systems
12. Located within 20 miles of Aberdeen

Desirable:

1. Experience of Welding and Fabrication

Benefits

What We Offer You

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

1. 5% Employer Pension contribution
2. 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
3. Cycle to Work Scheme
4. Life Assurance 4 x annual salary
5. Yulife - Wellbeing App offering discounts and vouchers
6. Financial/Physical/Mental Health Counselling and Coaching sessions
7. Free Will writing service
8. EAP, which includes 24/7 Doctor access
9. Healthshield - Cashplan for all employees
10. Family Friendly policies
11. Company events