Field Service Engineer - Electrical

Instituto Politécnico de Tomar; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the glass processing sector is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer with a strong electrical background. This role offers the opportunity to work on varied tasks, including machinery installation and repairs, while ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and service. With a competitive salary range and additional benefits such as a company car and travel time compensation, this position is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments. Join a team committed to excellence and innovation in the glass industry, where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Benefits

Company car with fuel card

Travel time rate

Training provided

Company credit card

Full toolkit

PPE

Home-based work with team meetings

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic repair.
• City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and install machinery at customer sites.
• Manage time effectively to prioritize tasks.
• Accurately document work, including serial numbers and parts used.

Skills

Electrical qualifications

Experience as a service or maintenance engineer

Good communication skills

Customer service experience

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Tools

Full toolkit

PPE

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Job Details

Position: Field Service Engineer - UK&I - Machinery Maintenance - Glass Industry - Electrical bias essential

Salary & Benefits: £40-45k salary + travel time rate + company car (with private usage) + other benefits

Location: Must live within 90 minutes of Wolverhampton (Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Nottingham, Stoke, Sheffield, Leicester, Coventry)

Candidate Requirements

• Experience as a service or maintenance engineer, repairing large machinery in manufacturing
• Electrical qualifications, able to work safely with 24v and 415v systems
• Willing to work a field-based role with minimal weekend work, paid travel time outside 8-5 hours, and fully expensed overnight stays for work away
• Full UK driving license and UK passport (Ireland work occasionally required)

Role Overview

Our client specializes in Insulating Glass and Glass Processing Machinery. The role involves varied tasks, including machinery installation, on-call repairs, and servicing, with rare out-of-hours callouts.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and install machinery at customer sites
• Manage time effectively to prioritize tasks
• Ensure resources, tools, and parts are available for repairs
• Accurately document work, including serial numbers, parts used, and unresolved issues

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical/mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic repair
• City and Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent
• Experience with glass industry equipment is a bonus but training will be provided
• Good communication skills and customer service experience
• Proficiency in Word and Excel, PC literate
• Full UK driver’s license and valid UK passport (minimum 9 months validity)

Benefits

• Salary in the £40-45k range, depending on experience
• Travel time rate at £15/hr outside 8-5 hours
• Training provided
• Company car with fuel card (personal use allowed)
• Company credit card, full toolkit, PPE
• Home-based work with team meetings in Wolverhampton

Role Tasks

• Perform servicing, repairs, and installations as per service levels
• Use effective time management for prioritizing customer needs
• Manage resources and report on work progress and issues

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