Field Service Engineer - Materials Handling

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled engineer to join their dynamic team in Reading. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including accommodation and travel expenses. As part of your responsibilities, you will diagnose faults and perform repairs on various plant and forklift machinery, collaborating closely with customers to deliver effective solutions. If you have a passion for mechanical and electrical systems, along with the drive to progress within the company, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

£25 per night allowance

Accommodation paid

Travel expenses covered

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Internal progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in the forklift industry is essential.
• Relevant qualifications in mechanical/electrical engineering are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and perform emergency repairs on machinery.
• Collaborate with customers to ensure proper solutions.

Skills

Hydraulics

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Fault Finding

Customer Collaboration

Education

NVQ in Mechanical Engineering

City and Guilds in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Forklift Machinery

Diagnostic Tools

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

Reference: 446824

Salary: £39,000 - £50,000/annum

Location: Berkshire, Reading, United Kingdom

Type: Permanent

Posted: Thursday, April 17, 2025

Additional benefits: £25 per night allowance (additional £5200 per annum), accommodation and travel paid, company vehicle, fuel card (including private use), all travel time and expenses from home to site paid, scope for internal progression.

The Duties:

• Diagnose faults, service, and carry out emergency repairs/breakdowns on plant and forklift machinery.
• Collaborate with customers and handle products, working independently and with colleagues to ensure proper documentation and solutions.
• Travel to sites, perform repairs, and create solutions for engines, batteries, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical/mechanical faults.

The Requirements:

• Previous experience in the forklift industry (essential).
• Experience with hydraulics, mechanical, and electrical systems (essential).
• Experience working with engines and batteries (essential).
• Electrical and/or mechanical fault finding, repair, and servicing experience.
• Relevant qualifications such as NVQ or City and Guilds in mechanical/electrical engineering (advantageous).
• Full UK driver’s license.

Similar roles include: FLT Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Forklift Repair, Forklift Mechanic, Material Handling Engineer, Plant Fitter.

Thank you for your interest. We look forward to speaking with you soon.