Field Service Engineer - South Central

Crown; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the lift truck industry is seeking a mechanical or electrical engineer for service and repair roles at customer sites. The position involves managing tools and stock while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Successful candidates will have a full UK driving license and relevant technical skills, supported by a comprehensive benefits package including company vehicle and pension.

Benefits

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension Plan

Support with Tooling

Discounts available

Qualifications

• Proficient in fault finding and repair.
• Experience with Health & Safety requirements in workshop practices.
• Positive attitude, motivated, and resilient under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites.
• Monitor van stock and conduct inspections to ensure safety.
• Complete job sheets and manage equipment safely.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Negotiation

Multi-tasking

Education

Grade C in English GCSE

Grade C in Maths GCSE

Job description

Job Description

To carry out service and repairs to equipment on customer sites in a safe, professional, and cost-effective manner, maintaining documentation of all works carried out in line with Health and Safety and Quality procedures.

The role involves working to a planned schedule of service and maintenance jobs at our client’s premises.

Responsibilities include monitoring van stock, conducting inspections to ensure safety, completing job sheets and paperwork accurately, and managing equipment and tooling in a safe condition.

The candidate should have knowledge of mechanical or electrical engineering, with willingness to undertake additional training to excel within Crown Lift Trucks Ltd.

Person Specification

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Proficient in fault finding and repair
• Achieved at least grade C in English and maths GCSEs
• Experience with Health & Safety requirements in workshop practices
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and multi-tasking skills
• Flexible and resilient under pressure
• Positive attitude and motivated

Additional Details

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:30 with 30 minutes lunch.

Company Vehicle: Van and fuel card provided, with optional private use.

Holidays: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Pension: Company pension plan.

Benefits include support with tooling, discounts, and more.