Field Service Engineer

Neos Recruitment Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking Mobile Service Engineers across the UK. This role involves servicing heavy plant and materials handling equipment, requiring mechanical expertise and a full UK driving license. The package includes a competitive salary of GBP41,500 plus overtime and benefits, with excellent training opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pay increases in January and April

Excellent manufacturer training

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong mechanical skills with knowledge of hydraulics, engines, and transmissions.
• Experience with heavy plant or material handling equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain heavy plant and materials handling equipment.
• Diagnose faults and complete job reports for accurate service records.
• Participate in the call-out rota if required.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Understanding of hydraulics

Electrical knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mobile Service Engineer

Kent

GBP41,500 + Van + Overtime + Call Out + OTE GBP55,000

NEOS Engineering are partnered with a global leader in heavy equipment, materials handling, and specialist machinery, seeking several Mobile Service Engineers to join their team across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for mechanically minded engineers (with some electrical knowledge) to work with cutting-edge equipment, enjoy excellent training opportunities, and be part of a company that invests heavily in staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, repair and maintain heavy plant, forklift, agricultural or material handling equipment.
• Cover customer sites within an hour of your home location (door-to-door).
• Diagnose faults, carry out preventative maintenance, and ensure machinery is kept in excellent working order.
• Complete job reports, maintain accurate service records, and provide excellent customer service.
• Optional participation in call-out rota (GBP150 per week standby, covering one site).

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong mechanical skills, with an understanding of hydraulics, engines and transmissions.
• Electrical bias advantageous, especially in the South (supporting new electric carrier orders).
• Previous experience working on heavy plant, forklift, agriculture, or material handling equipment.
• Confident working independently with strong problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: GBP38,500 GBP41,500 (depending on location) + van + overtime (time and & double time) + call out.
• Pay increases due in January and April.
• Excellent manufacturer training (in-house and external).
• IMI HV course for all engineers to upskill on electrical machinery.
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing, supportive team.