Field Service Engineer - Wastewater

Kingspan; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company pension with 5% employer

Life assurance (4x salary)

Company van and tablet provided

Attendance bonus

Structured training and career dev.

Overtime opportunities: time and one‑t

Time and one-half on Saturdays

42 hours per week

Job summary

Kingspan Light, Air + Water is seeking a proactive Field Service Engineer to join our Service Team in Bristol. You will service and maintain wastewater and pumping systems across customer sites, diagnosing faults and performing repairs to ensure first-time fixes where possible.

In this field-based, lone-working role, you will manage your own schedule, complete reports on a PDA, and uphold health, safety, and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum hands-on engineering experience in field service.
• Experience with wastewater or pumping systems is desirable.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Excellent communication and organisation.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and commission wastewater treatment plants and pump stations.
• Diagnose faults and achieve first-time fix where possible.
• Perform planned maintenance and inspections at customer sites.
• Keep accurate service reports using PDA software.
• Maintain vehicle stock and complete daily checks.

Skills

Fault finding

Field service experience

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Independence/self-motivation

Tools

MS Office

PDA/handheld

Job description

Location: On site / Bristol, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Operations | Engineering Services
Annual Salary range:from £ 30,000.00 to £ 33,500.00

Are you a practical, hands-on engineer who enjoys problem-solving, working independently, and making a real difference for customers?

Kingspan Light, Air + Water is looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our growing Service Team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with industry-leading wastewater treatment systems, pump stations, oil separators, and rainwater harvesting solutions while developing your skills through structured training and ongoing career development.

Working across Bristol and the surrounding areas, you'll play a key role in maintaining essential environmental infrastructure for our customers. From fault-finding and repairs to commissioning and planned maintenance, no two days are the same.

What We Offer

• 33 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Company van and tablet provided
• Attendance bonus
• Structured training and career development opportunities
• Overtime opportunities:
• Time and one-third Monday to Friday outside normal working hours
• Time and one-half on optional Saturdays
• Working hours: 8:00am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday (42 hours per week)

The Role

Reporting to the Service Manager, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, repairing, commissioning, and inspecting a range of wastewater and pumping systems at customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, repair, commission, and inspect wastewater treatment plants, pump stations, oil separators, and rainwater harvesting systems
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs with a focus on achieving a first-time fix
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
• Safely undertake confined space entry activities in accordance with company procedures
• Complete service reports and documentation using company PDA software
• Communicate effectively with customers, colleagues, and support teams
• Conduct site-specific risk assessments before commencing work
• Maintain van stock levels and complete daily vehicle checks
• Keep customers informed of visit times, work progress, and recommendations
• Identify opportunities for service plans, upgrades, and additional customer support
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health, safety, and quality standards

This is primarily a field-based, lone-working role, requiring strong self-motivation, organisation, and the ability to manage your workload effectively.

• Experience as a Field Service Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or similar technical role
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and mobile/PDA systems
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
• Physically capable of working in demanding site environments
• Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering experience
• Experience within wastewater, utilities, pumps, or water treatment sectors
• Knowledge of sewage treatment plants and pumping stations
• Previous confined space working experience or certification

About Kingspan Light, Air + Water

Kingspan Light, Air + Water is part of the global Kingspan Group, operating across more than 20 countries. We design, manufacture, and service innovative solutions across water management, daylighting, smoke ventilation, and environmental technologies.

We're committed to creating sustainable, high-performance buildings that improve safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility. Join a business that invests in its people, values innovation, and offers genuine opportunities for career progression.

Kingspan is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and experiences.