Field Service Engineer

Rosenbauer UK Ltd; Wilshaw; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of firefighting technology is seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their team in Wilshaw. The role involves inspecting and repairing fire and rescue vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess hands-on experience in mechanical and electrical systems, along with relevant qualifications. This hybrid position includes field assignments and training opportunities in Europe, offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including 25 days holiday and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Daily allowance for travel

25 days holiday allowance

Company pension scheme

Company van and mobile phone

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working on mechanical and electrical vehicle systems is essential.
• Qualifications in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics are required.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and read electrical diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair specialist fire and rescue vehicles.
• Diagnose and resolve engine faults and system malfunctions.
• Conduct LOLER examinations and ensure quality standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience with vehicle systems

Mechanical and electrical disciplines

Customer-facing communication skills

Strong IT skills

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics

Job description

Field Service Engineer

Location: HD9 4AN

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience (plus overtime - door to door)

Job type: Full Time - Permanent, 39.5 hours per week

About the Company

Rosenbauer UK Limited, part of the globally respected Rosenbauer Group, supplies and maintains front‑line fire vehicles and cutting‑edge firefighting equipment throughout the UK.

We are a stable, growing company that focuses on technical excellence and customer service. As part of the Rosenbauer Group—one of the world's leading manufacturers of firefighting technology—our team works with advanced systems and world‑class equipment to protect lives every day.

The Role

As we continue to expand our UK operations, we are looking for a technically skilled Field Service Engineer who thrives in a hands‑on, problem‑solving environment.

In this role you will be responsible for carrying out service operations, including:

• Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing specialist fire and rescue vehicles
• Diagnosing and resolving engine faults and mechanical/electrical system malfunctions
• Conducting LOLER examinations and replacing components
• Addressing bodywork damage
• Ensuring all tasks meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and reliability, in line with customer expectations, legislation, and company policies

This is a hybrid role that combines work at our head office in Holmfirth with field service assignments across the UK and occasional opportunities to support operations in Europe. You may also travel to our production facilities in Germany and Austria for advanced training with Rosenbauer's world‑class equipment.

Required Skills

• Hands‑on experience working on vehicle systems, especially mechanical and electrical disciplines
• Qualifications such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics (or equivalent)
• Experience with specialist systems—including access platforms (LOLER), cranes, hydraulics, and similar equipment—would be an advantage
• Flexibility, confidence, enthusiasm, and strong initiative in a fast‑paced, service‑focused environment
• Ability to examine and test vehicles, read electrical diagrams, perform preventive maintenance (oil changes, filter replacement, service schedules)
• High quality work and attention to detail
• Customer‑facing communication skills
• Strong IT skills are beneficial

The Person

• Mechanical background
• Seeking training in a specialist field
• Willing to travel and stay away
• Proactive initiative and problem‑solving skills

The Package

• Daily allowance for staying away (plus subsistence)
• 25 days holiday allowance per annum plus statutory days (increasing with service)
• Company credit card for business expenses
• Company mobile phone provided for business purposes
• Company van provided for business purposes
• Company pension scheme
• Company shutdown over the Christmas period

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications.

Candidates with relevant experience or job titles of: Service Technician, Mechanical Maintenance Technician, Electrical Engineer, Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Technician, Repair Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Mechanical Engineer may also be considered for this role.