Field Service Engineer

Orange Monkey Recruitment; Whittlesey; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to provide mechanical and electrical maintenance for food industry equipment. This role offers variety and independence, with responsibilities including installation of new machinery and responding to breakdowns. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel. This position promises job security and a chance to work with diverse clients.

Benefits

Company van

Job security

Independence in the role

Qualifications

• Strong background in both mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Hands-on experience with installations, repairs, and routine maintenance.
• Full UK driving licence and happy to travel.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical and electrical maintenance across a wide range of food industry equipment.
• Installing and commissioning new machinery at customer sites.
• Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Engineer

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Up to £44,000 + Company Van

Hours: Monday to Friday, Days

Looking for more variety and freedom in your engineering career? This Field Maintenance Engineer role gives you just that. You won't be stuck in the same place every day; instead, you'll be out on the road, working with a mix of food manufacturing sites, solving problems, and keeping critical machinery running.

This is your chance to be the go‑to expert. Someone clients rely on and remember.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out mechanical and electrical maintenance across a wide range of food industry equipment
• Installing and commissioning new machinery at customer sites
• Responding to breakdowns quickly and effectively
• Building long‑term relationships with clients who trust your expertise
• Working independently while staying connected with a wider engineering team

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in both mechanical and electrical engineering
• Hands‑on experience with installations, repairs, and routine maintenance
• A problem‑solver who enjoys fixing things and doing the job right
• Great communicator who builds trust with customers
• Full UK driving licence and happy to travel (company van provided)

Why Apply

• No two days are the same - every site is different
• You'll be trusted to work independently and take ownership
• You'll get variety, job security, and respect for what you do
• Be part of a growing company with a great reputation

Ready to make your mark as a Field Service Engineer? Apply now, and we'll be in touch to talk more