Field Service Engineer

CV Consulting Ltd; Willenhall; Remote; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based consulting firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their installation team for bespoke material handling systems. The role involves extensive travel across the UK, including overnight stays. Candidates should have mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience, with full training provided. The position offers a base salary of £39,000 plus overtime and additional benefits.

Benefits

Company van

Overtime pay

Paid travel time

Accommodation covered

Full training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Must be comfortable working on-site and staying away from home.
• Willingness to travel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, repair, and decommission custom-built systems.
• Work as part of a mobile team in nationwide projects.
• Liaise with integrators and end clients.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on experience

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Field Service Engineer - Installation Team

Salary: £39,000 base + Van + Overtime (after 50 hours) + Travel Time + Accommodation & Subsistence Covered

On-Target Earnings (OTE): Up to £50,000

Location: UK-wide travel required (Regular overnight stays - all expenses paid)

Ideal Base Location: Midlands / Coventry area - excellent access for nationwide travel

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our specialist installation team, delivering bespoke material handling systems across the UK. This role suits someone who is mechanically minded, has a strong work ethic, and is happy to be away from home for extended periods.

You'll be involved in the installation, commissioning, repair, and decommissioning of a wide variety of custom-built systems, including:

• Conveyors
• Cranes
• Automated storage systems
• Racking and other material handling equipment

What the Role Involves

• Nationwide installation projects on customer sites
• Working as part of a mobile team installing and supporting complex engineered systems
• Extended periods away from home (accommodation and meals paid for)
• Hands-on mechanical installation, repairs, and site work
• Liaising with integrators and end clients to deliver high-quality solutions

Who This Role Would Suit

We are open to candidates from a range of backgrounds, including:

• Mechanical installation engineers
• Vehicle mechanics or crane engineers
• Anyone hands-on and mechanically skilled, looking for a career change into field installation work

Full training and development will be provided. A positive attitude, willingness to travel, and strong work ethic are more important than formal qualifications.

What You'll Need

• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience
• Comfortable working on-site, staying away from home
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Package Includes

• £39,000 base salary
• Company van
• Overtime paid after 50 hours/week
• Paid travel time
• Accommodation and subsistence covered when working away
• Full training and long-term development opportunities

If you're based near the Coventry or Midlands area and looking to build a long-term future in a growing company - this could be the perfect opportunity.

Apply today or get in touch to learn more about how your existing skills could transfer into this exciting field-based role.

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