Field Service Engineer

Perfect Placement; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Field Service Engineer in the South of the UK. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance on automated storage systems, diagnosing faults, and providing client support. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering, strong problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving license. Benefits include a company van, comprehensive training, and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Company van provided

All travel expenses covered

Paid sick leave

Comprehensive product training

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical, electrical, or general engineering required.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.
• Flexibility for regional and occasional national travel needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, maintenance, and repairs on automated storage systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults independently.
• Provide technical support and product training to clients.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical fault-finding

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Experience or qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or general engineering

Tools

Company van

Full tool kit

Company laptop

iPhone

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer Vacancy - Berkshire, United Kingdom

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer with a passion for engineering and excellent problem-solving skills? This mobile, field-based role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and strong industry perks. Our client, a well-established leader in automated storage solutions, is seeking a dedicated Field Service Engineer to join their growing engineering team, covering the South of the UK from the RG postcode region with occasional national travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, annual servicing, routine maintenance, and repairs on automated storage systems.
• Diagnose and resolve technical faults independently.
• Support system upgrades, including software updates.
• Assist with the commissioning and installation of new systems at client sites.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdowns.
• Provide technical support and product training to clients.
• Complete and submit accurate service reports and documentation promptly.
• Manage travel and schedule efficiently.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of automated storage products and systems.
• Represent our client professionally with a friendly and presentable manner.

Details & Benefits of this Field Service Engineer Vacancy

• Location: Candidates from the RG Berkshire postcode area, covering the South of the UK with occasional national and international travel (training purposes).
• Salary: Competitive, discussed at interview, plus an annual discretionary profit-based bonus.
• Hours: 08:00-16:30, Monday to Friday, with occasional pre-scheduled weekend work.
• Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an additional day for every 5 years of service.

Benefits working with our client

• Company van, fully stocked with the latest tools.
• All travel expenses covered.
• Full tool kit and branded uniform provided.
• Company laptop and iPhone.
• Comprehensive product training (UK and Europe).
• Pension scheme, life assurance, and income protection.
• Paid sick leave.

What Our Client Expects of Their Field Service Engineer

• Strong willingness to learn and a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Experience or qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or general engineering.
• Excellent fault-finding and technical problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Flexibility for regional and occasional national travel, including overnight stays.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional presentation and a customer-first attitude.
• High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Experience in storage solutions or materials handling (desirable but not essential).
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our client's team and take your career to the next level with a company that truly values its staff!

How to apply

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