Field Service Engineer

Solutions Engineering Recruitment; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Fuel card

Pension

Tools insured by company

25 days holiday

Overtime

Job summary

We are recruiting a Field Service Engineer to service, maintain, and repair materials handling equipment across customer sites in West Yorkshire. The role focuses on electric forklifts, with gas and diesel equipment also involved. It is field-based, customer-facing, with no overnight stays required, and a supportive team environment.

Starting salary £34,320 rising to £36,400 on probation, with overtime. Full-time, Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm, company van and fuel card provided, 25 days holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in field service roles or similar engineering positions.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background.
• Experience with materials handling equipment and forklifts.
• Experience with electric forklifts is advantageous.
• LOLER certification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair materials handling equipment at customer sites.
• Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on forklifts and related equipment.
• Work primarily on electric forklifts, plus gas/diesel equipment as needed.
• Attend customer sites for scheduled servicing and breakdown work.
• Complete preventative maintenance and ensure safe, efficient operation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Forklift experience

Field service experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Independent working

Health & safety awareness

Education

Engineering qualifications or apprenticeship

LOLER certification desirable

Job description

Field Service Engineer

Materials Handling

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £34,320 increasing to £36,400 after probation + Overtime

Hours: Full-Time (8:00am – 4:30pm, Monday–Friday)

About the Role

We are recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a growing and well-established materials handling business in West Yorkshire.

The company specialises in the sale, hire, and servicing of materials handling equipment and is currently experiencing a period of growth. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to add an experienced engineer to their team.

In this role, you will be responsible for the servicing, maintenance, and repair of materials handling equipment at customer sites. You will primarily work on electric forklifts, alongside gas and diesel-powered equipment.

This is a field-based, customer-facing role offering variety and autonomy, with no overnight stays required. You will be part of a supportive team with a genuine family feel and a strong working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair materials handling equipment
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs on forklifts and associated equipment
• Work primarily on electric forklifts, alongside gas and diesel equipment
• Attend customer sites to complete scheduled servicing and breakdown work
• Complete preventative maintenance and ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers while working on-site
• Complete relevant service reports and documentation
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety regulations
• Manage your own workload and travel between customer sites
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure a high standard of service is maintained

About You

• Previous experience working as a Field Service Engineer, Plant Engineer, Forklift Engineer, or in a similar engineering role
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background
• Experience working on materials handling equipment and forklifts
• Experience with electric forklifts is highly advantageous
• Experience working with gas and diesel equipment would also be beneficial
• Relevant engineering qualifications or an apprenticeship would be advantageous, but experience is the most important factor
• LOLER certification is desirable but not essential
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• Committed to working safely and maintaining high standards

What’s on Offer

• Starting salary of £34,320, increasing to £36,400 after successful completion of probation
• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• Door-to-door pay
• Company van + fuel card
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Tools insured by the company
• No overnight stays
• Full-time, Monday–Friday working hours
• Excellent working environment

Why Join?

Join a growing materials handling business at an exciting stage of its development. With continued expansion and a strong reputation for customer service, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of a close-knit team where your experience and technical skills will be valued.

The company offers a supportive and friendly working environment, good earning potential through overtime, and the opportunity to develop your career as the business continues to grow.

If you are an experienced engineer with a background in materials handling and are looking for a stable field-based role with a great team environment and no overnight stays, we’d love to hear from you.