Field Service Engineer

Luton Bennett; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the field is seeking a Service Engineer to cover Croydon on a field-based contract. The role offers a competitive salary of £31,000 - £39,000, depending on contract chosen. Candidates with mechanical service skills in plant, forklifts, or HGV are encouraged to apply. You'll receive comprehensive training, flexible contracts, and extensive benefits including paid travel and a fully expensed van. This is a great opportunity for vehicle technicians aiming to transition into the forklift industry.

Benefits

Paid Door to Door Travel

Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 rates

Fully Expensed Ford Transit Van

Fuel Card

25 Days Holiday

Pension scheme

IT Equipment

Uniform

Discount Vouchers

Training Package

Qualifications

• Demonstrate mechanical service and repair abilities.
• Have experience in plant, forklifts, HGV, or agricultural equipment.
• Ability to perform engine diagnostics and basic electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery.
• Provide reactive breakdown coverage in the geographical area.
• Participate in comprehensive training for all machinery.

Skills

Mechanical service and repair skills

Engine diagnostics

Basic electrical skills

Education

Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject

Job description

Service Engineer (Field/Mobile Mechanic/Vehicle Technician)

Croydon

Monday to Friday 40 or 45 Hour Contracts Available

£31,000 - £39,000 Starting Salary Depending on Contact Chosen

Benefits:

Paid Door to Door Travel (paid to commuting) + Overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 + Fully Expensed Ford Transit Custom Van (can be used for personal use) + Fuel Card + 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + IT Equipment + Uniform and Washed Weekly + Shopping/Discount Vouchers + 6% Employer and 4% Employee Pension + Training Package

Service Engineer role available in a highly successful and international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You'll enjoy a field based role within a small territory offering comprehensive on the job training, extensive benefits package and progression routes.

The Service Engineer role will be suitable for engineers from any kind of plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment. This is also a great career opportunity for vehicle technicians looking to move into a new industry as the company will fully train. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, ideally have engine diagnostic and some basic electrical skills.

The company are a manufacturer of forklift trucks. Part of a team in the area, you'll be responsible for carrying out planned maintenance and breakdown coverage on a range of forklifts and associated equipment in Croydon. No stay away or extensive travel is required. Overtime is available if desired mostly in the week.

Service Engineer Role in Brief:

• Carry out PPM and breakdown on materials handling machinery on a field service engineering basis
• Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area
• Complete comprehensive training to get fully competent on all machinery and equipment
• Spares placed in van overnight

Service Engineer Required:

• Plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, automotive technicians/motor trade will also be suitable
• Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills
• Ideally hold a level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject