Field Service Engineer

Glen Callum Associates; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in automotive is seeking a Field Service Engineer to maintain premium automotive equipment. The role offers a competitive salary around £37,000 with additional benefits like a company van and healthcare. Ideal candidates will have a mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic engineering background and a customer-first mindset. This position involves 4 days in the field with one office day and requires a full UK driving licence. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of background, as diversity is valued.

Benefits

Fully equipped company van

Pension & healthcare

Tax-free lunch allowance (~£1,160/year)

Premium product training

No weekends – Monday to Friday

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic engineering background.
• Field service experience preferred but not essential.
• Health & safety aware with a customer-first mindset.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel daily.

Responsibilities

• Service, calibrate, and maintain automotive equipment at customer sites.
• Install new equipment and deliver start-up training.
• Support the Technical Sales team with product demonstrations.
• Complete admin tasks and update the CRM system.
• Spot opportunities to grow service, training, and repair business.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Hydraulic engineering

Problem-solving skills

Customer service mindset

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - Premium Automotive Equipment

Typical Earnings: Around £37,000 (base + bonus) - with potential to earn more

Benefits Include: Fully equipped company van, Pension & healthcare, Tax-free lunch allowance (~£1,160/year), Monday to Friday - no weekends, Premium product training and ongoing support

4 days per week in the field, one office day per week (this can be home office based)

Location: Field-based across Southern England. Ideal home locations include: Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire, Gloucestershire, Essex, Kent, and surrounding areas (e.g. Milton Keynes, Oxford, Banbury, Reading, Swindon, Chelmsford, Maidstone, Bristol, High Wycombe, Basingstoke)

Why This Role Could Be Perfect for You

• Work hands-on with premium automotive equipment, applying your mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic skills in real-world settings
• Join a market-leading brand with a reputation for quality, innovation, and excellent customer service
• Enjoy variety and independence - every day is different, with travel across the region and occasional overnight stays
• Receive top-class training and support to help you transition confidently into the automotive sector
• Be part of a company culture that values professionalism, pride in workmanship, and mutual support

This is a great fit for a field-based engineer who enjoys solving problems on site, working independently, and making a visible impact.

The Role

• Service, calibrate, and maintain automotive equipment at customer sites
• Install new equipment and deliver start-up training
• Support the Technical Sales team with product demonstrations
• Complete admin tasks and update the CRM system
• Spot opportunities to grow service, training, and repair business

Who We\'re Looking For

• Strong mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic engineering background
• Field service experience preferred (but not essential if you have transferable skills)
• Health & safety aware, with a customer-first mindset
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel daily with some overnight stays
• No automotive experience? No problem. We welcome candidates from construction equipment, agricultural machinery, off-highway, marine, commercial vehicle, or capital equipment sectors.
• If you\'ve got field service experience and a desire to learn, we\'ll give you the tools and training to succeed.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated and organised
• Able to manage your own time and workload
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Professional, customer-focused, and proud of your work

Register Your Interest

If this sounds like your kind of role, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Reference: 4288KBC - Field Service Engineer

Glen Callum Associates specialises in automotive recruitment, connecting exceptional talent with leading organisations worldwide.

Glen Callum Associates is committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We believe that a variety of perspectives makes a team stronger and a workplace better. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know-we\'re here to support you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship.