Field Service Engineer

Arjo; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in the UK is looking for an individual with a background in electrical or mechanical engineering. Strong communication and time management skills are needed to build lasting relationships with customers. The ideal candidate will partake in an out-of-hours rota and must possess a full driving license, as driving a company van is part of the role. Comprehensive training and a competitive salary are provided, with additional benefits including tools and a uniform.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van

Full training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Strong personality, enthusiasm, and positivity are essential.
• Ability to build long-term relationships with customers.

Responsibilities

• Support the vision to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes.
• Participate in out-of-hours rota.
• Drive a company van.

Skills

Electrical or mechanical engineering understanding

Good communication skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Good time management

Knowledge of Health and Safety principles

Basic IT skills

Job description

Ideally, you will have previous experience working in a similar role and be able to demonstrate the following skills:

• Have an understanding of electrical or mechanical engineering
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work to deadlines
• Good time management
• A knowledge of the principles of Health and Safety
• Basic IT skills and the ability to work with an iPad

Your personality, enthusiasm, energy and positivity are essential for us to build long‑term relationships with our Service customers and ultimately play a key role in driving the business forward.

At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembolism. With over 6,500 people worldwide and 65 years caring for patients and healthcare professionals, we are committed to driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.

You will support our vision to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges. In return, we recognize and value our global employees. You will have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development. We will provide you with full training (including comprehensive product training, excellent package including competitive salary, overtime, and a favourable shift rota). You will also be issued with a company van, tools, uniform, iPad and smart phone. Why diversity matters to us At Arjo, we believe in the power of diversity. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society, which means building a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and engaging environment - not only in the workplace, but also within the communities that we serve, work in and live in. We achieve this through a culture and mindset that values the uniqueness of all our people. Please note: Due to the nature of this role an Enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) Disclosure will be required (at the company's cost)

Additional Requirements

• You will be required to participate on an out of hours rota
• Applicants must live within a reasonable distance to the area covered
• A full driving licence is required, as you will be required to drive a company van