Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international manufacturer of forklift trucks is seeking a Service Engineer for field-based work in the Newport/Gloucester/Bristol area. The role offers comprehensive training, a competitive salary, and extensive benefits including paid travel, overtime, and a fully expensed van. Ideal for engineers from various backgrounds, this position ensures no overnight stays and provides clear progression routes.

Benefits

Paid Door to Door Travel

Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0

Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van

Fuel Card

6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension

Training Package

25 Days Holiday

Bank Holidays

IT Equipment

Uniform (washed weekly)

Shopping/Discount Vouchers

Qualifications

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment.
• Automotive technicians or motor trade backgrounds are also suitable.

Responsibilities

• Perform PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery.
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage within the designated geographical area.
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent with all machinery.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Location: Newport / Gloucester / Bristol Territory

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

Salary: GBP31,000 - GBP34,000 Starting Salary DOE

Benefits: Paid Door to Door Travel, Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0, Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van (for personal use), Fuel Card, 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension, Training Package, 25 Days Holiday, Bank Holidays, IT Equipment, Uniform (washed weekly), Shopping/Discount Vouchers

We are offering a Service Engineer role within a highly successful international manufacturer of forklift trucks. This is a field-based role with comprehensive on-the-job training, extensive benefits, and clear progression routes.

The role is suitable for engineers from various backgrounds including plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment. It also presents a great opportunity for vehicle technicians seeking to transition into a new industry, as the company provides full training. Candidates should demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, with ideally some engine diagnostic and basic electrical skills.

The company manufactures forklift trucks. As part of a local team, you will be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on forklifts and related equipment in the Teeside area. No overnight stays or extensive travel are required. Overtime is available during weekdays if desired.

The Service Engineer Role in Brief:

• Perform PPM and breakdown repairs on materials handling machinery as a field service engineer
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage within the designated geographical area
• Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent with all machinery and equipment
• Ensure spares are stocked in the van overnight

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural, or similar equipment; automotive technicians or motor trade backgrounds are also suitable
• Engine diagnostics and basic electrical skills
• Ideally hold a Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject