Field Service Engineer - Moving and handling equipment

On Target Recruitment Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer and distributor of quality healthcare equipment is seeking a Field Service Engineer to maintain moving and handling equipment in nursing and care environments. The role includes LOLER inspections, preventative maintenance, and benefits such as a company van and competitive salary. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of related experience and strong customer service skills.

Benefits

Company van

Overtime & standby/callout

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of LOLER examination experience.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on mobility equipment.
• Conduct PUWER service and repairs, including weight testing.
• Maintain accurate documentation and timesheet reporting.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Job description

Field Service Engineer - Moving and handling equipment, Derby

Client:

On Target Recruitment Ltd

Location:

East Midlands

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

Job Description:

Reference OTRDG280525. Products include moving and handling equipment for nursing and care environments in the East Midlands. The package offers a basic salary of £32k-£34k, overtime, standby/callout, company van, holiday entitlement, pension scheme, and health cash plan.

The Company:

• Leading manufacturer and distributor of quality healthcare equipment to the NHS, Care Homes, and Community markets
• Great product and ongoing training
• Very well respected manufacturer
• International presence

The Role of the Field Service Engineer:

• Perform LOLER inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on moving and handling equipment within nursing and care environments, including mobile hoists, ceiling track hoists, bathing systems, profiling beds, wheelchairs, and other equipment.
• Conduct PUWER service and repairs.
• Weight testing with 20kg sandbags.
• Accurate timesheet reporting, job documentation, and equipment tagging.
• Covering PE and NG postcodes.

Benefits of the Role:

• £32k-£34k basic salary, overtime & standby/callout
• Company van, mobile phone, iPad, tools, fuel card, trade card, Premier Inn card
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, option to buy up to 5 days
• Additional 2 days annual leave for no sickness
• Pension scheme & health cash plan

The Ideal Person:

• Minimum 2 years of LOLER examination experience
• Experience in maintenance and repair of moving and handling equipment
• Valid driving license
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Attention to detail and accurate documentation
• Understanding of health and safety guidelines
• Electrical or mechanical background