Field Service Engineer

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Recruitment - Leamington Spa is looking for a Field Service Engineer specializing in Electric and ICE public service vehicles. The role involves servicing, diagnostics, and repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles at customer locations. Candidates must hold a valid UK Driving and PSV License, possess strong diagnostic skills, and be High Voltage trained. Join a team dedicated to maintaining high vehicle performance standards and supporting innovative transportation solutions.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence and PSV Licence.
• Strong diagnostics skills for both electric drivetrains and ICE vehicles.
• High Voltage (HV) trained for safe handling of EV systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and repairs on electric and ICE-powered PSVs.
• Deliver high-quality servicing in line with technical documentation and maintenance schedules.
• Communicate with customers, technical support teams, and parts departments to complete tasks efficiently.

Skills

Diagnostics skills

High Voltage trained

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Field Service Engineer – PSV (Electric & ICE Vehicles)

Location: Field Based, reporting to the Service Centre in Thurrock
Employment Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £42,804 plus applicable shift allowance

Role Overview

We are hiring for two exciting opportunities for a Field Service Engineer – PSV (Electric & ICE Vehicles). These roles involve supporting a diverse fleet of electric and internal combustion engine (ICE) public service vehicles (PSVs) at customer locations. The successful candidate must be flexible, as shift patterns and working hours may vary depending on operational needs.

Role 1:

• Shift: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Working Days: Monday to Friday, with alternate weekends (subject to change)
• Shift Allowance: 30%

Role 2:

• Shift: 6:00 am – 2:30 pm
• Working Days: Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend work (currently 1 in 4 Saturdays, subject to change)
• Shift Allowance: 10%

Purpose of the Role

As a Field Service Engineer – PSV (Electric & ICE Vehicles), you will provide expert service, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs for a growing fleet of electric and ICE PSVs. You will play a key role in minimising downtime and supporting high vehicle performance standards through both scheduled and responsive tasks across multiple customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, fault diagnosis, and repairs on electric and ICE-powered PSVs
• Deliver high-quality servicing in line with technical documentation and maintenance schedules
• Communicate with customers, technical support teams, and parts departments to complete tasks efficiently
• Produce accurate job cards and documentation, securing sign-off before leaving customer sites
• Submit completed reports to the service centre promptly
• Attend technical and product training, including potential time at a production facility
• Follow all safety protocols and site-specific regulations
• Support customers with day-to-day vehicle care and troubleshooting
• Provide service coverage in additional regions when required

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Full UK Driving Licence and PSV Licence
• City & Guilds Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Strong diagnostics skills for both electric drivetrains and ICE vehicles
• High Voltage (HV) trained for safe handling of EV systems

Desirable:

• Current Driver CPC

If you're an experienced Field Service Engineer – PSV (Electric & ICE Vehicles) seeking a varied and hands-on role with the opportunity to work on innovative electric vehicle technology alongside established ICE platforms, we want to hear from you. Apply now and join our growing field-based team.