Field Service Engineer

Westray Recruitment Group; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Group is hiring a Field Service Technician to join a client in Northumberland. This role involves extensive travel, maintenance duties, and offers comprehensive training plus career progression opportunities. Ideal candidates are mechanically minded and possess a commitment to Health & Safety standards.

Benefits

Generous subsistence payments

Fully equipped vehicle

Clear career progression

All travel expenses covered

Company pension scheme

Up to 33 days holiday

Qualifications

• Mechanically minded with proven problem-solving ability.
• CSCS Card and PASMA desirable; must achieve if not held.
• Valid UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Provide reactive breakdown response.
• Work nationwide, often alone.

Skills

Problem Solving

Electrical Fault Finding

Communication

Computer Literacy

Health & Safety Commitment

Job description

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• £26k pa – rising to £32k pa after completion of training
• Average yearly salary £38k - £43k (including bonus and enhancements)
• Generous subsistence & enhancement payments (e.g. £60 per night working away)
• Fully equipped vehicle, branded work wear, tools, PPE
• Clear career progression with further training and development opportunities
• All travel expenses and accommodation provided
• Up to 33 days holiday including bank holidays based on length of service
• Company pension scheme

THE BUSINESS

Westray Recruitment Group is seeking to recruit a Field Service Technician to work for our client based in Northumberland. Our client supports a wide array of sectors and due to unprecedented growth and company development, they are seeking a service technician to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working away from home throughout the week; and alongside an established team to further support our client’s ever-expanding strong customer base.

The organisation has a current turnover of £5M and this is set to rise through a combination of market forces, reputation and future strategic plans. The organisation has a long-standing history and the business can provide stability, yet the opportunity to be part of a growth journey.

THE ROLE

• Working away from home throughout the UK Monday-Friday (Typically leaving Monday morning, returning Friday afternoon)
• Nationwide multi-site visits across diverse locations
• Carrying out scheduled preventative maintenance routines
• Provide reactive breakdown response
• The majority of your working week will be lone working, occasionally working a 2-man team
• Full product training will be provided

THE PERSON

• Mechanically minded, proven ability in problem solving and electrical fault finding
• CSCS Card and PASMA Desirable – Or a willingness to achieve these within the probation period, studying in your own time
• Ability to work safely and effectively, maintaining equipment on site using a variety of tools and industry specific processes
• Be a team player and have excellent communication skills
• A good level of computer literacy, used to software apps and related smart phone/hand-held technologies
• A comprehensive understanding of, and a commitment to the highest standards of Health & Safety in the workplace
• Skill-sets and experience are important; however, we value good character, positivity and a willingness to learn and progress
• All employees must hold a valid UK driving licence and are subject to DBS and reference checks

TO APPLY

Please apply for your position and your CV will go direct to our Engineering Consultant Harry Mann who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with Harry at Westray Recruitment Group.