Field Service Engineer

Osprey Engineering Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based manufacturer of precision-engineered pumps seeks qualified Field Service Engineers to join their team. The role involves preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of pumping systems across various locations. Competitive benefits include enhanced overtime rates, a pension scheme, and generous holidays.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

33 days holiday including 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience as a pump field service engineer.
• Relevant mechanical qualifications or equivalent experience required.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel significantly.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for servicing, installation, and commissioning of centrifugal pumps.
• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and alignment of rotating machinery.
• Train customers and other engineers on equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

People skills

Teamwork

Electrical qualification

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3/4 in mechanical engineering

Job description

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Were on the lookout for qualified and experienced Field Service Engineers. Our principal consultant Robin Thomas, has an exciting opportunity for the right candidates, to join a UK based manufacturer of precision-engineered pumps and associated systems, serving customers all around the globe

iPad & Mobile Phone | 1.5x OT rate (Sundays & Bank Holidays 2.0x) | Company vehicle | Home Based

As a Field Service Engineer youll be responsible for preventative maintenance, breakdown, troubleshooting, repair, installation, and commissioning of a wide range of centrifugal pump systems on customers sites both Regionally & Nationally. You will likely also work with rotating equipment not specifically related to pumping systems.

To be considered for this role you must have mechanical experience, preferably in a pump environment, and be able to service, commission and fault find.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Servicing of Electric & Diesel Driven pumping equipment and systems
• Servicing, installation, and commissioning of centrifugal pumps
• Fault-finding on electrical control panels
• Alignment and installation of rotating machinery
• Present a professional image and promote brand values when meeting with customers
• Supervise or direct tradesman/contractors in their tasks
• Train customers and other engineers on the equipment
• Operate systems to demonstrate equipment and to analyse malfunctions
• Interpret maintenance manuals, drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and repair equipment, utilising specialist knowledge and standard test instruments and tools
• Consult with company engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance
• Advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements

Skills & Experience

• Relevant qualification to NVQ Level 3/4 (A-level to HNC or equivalent) in mechanical engineering
  or
• Relevant experience which shall be at least 3 years as a pump field service engineer
• Valid driving licence and open to considerable travel (expectation of an average of 5-10 nights away from home per month)
• People skills, teamwork, and collaboration
• Commercially aware
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Electrical qualification will be considered advantageous

The Offer

• OT paid at 1.5x over standard 39hrs (Sundays & bank holidays double time)
• Pension Scheme (enhanced contribution rate after 3 years)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 33 days holiday including 8 bank holidays