Field Service & Installation Engineer (Field Based)

Microlise; Reading; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Shift allowance

Salary reviews

Private medical insurance

33 days holiday

Costco membership

Job summary

Microlise in Reading is seeking a Telematics Engineer to install and service our telematics product portfolio at customer sites across Reading and surrounding areas. You will travel to client sites, install equipment, perform servicing and provide ongoing support.

This field-based role requires a full UK driving licence, and you will receive a company vehicle, with salary from £35,000 depending on experience, plus annual pay reviews and benefits including private medical insurance and generous

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role; auto electrics and/or telematics.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Experience of working to Service Level Agreements and Operational Schedules.
• Understanding of vehicle wiring diagrams and ability to interpret these.
• Evidence of strong customer service skills with a professional approach.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adjust style to relevant audiences.
• Be able to work autonomously, solve problems independently and adhere to agreed processes.
• Take pride in what you do ensuring quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Microlise product portfolio is fully integrated into our customer's assets.
• Timely visits to customer sites to undertake installation, servicing and continued support of our product suite.
• Inventory management.
• Maintain safety of vehicle and provided tools/equipment.
• Liaise with customers at all levels.
• Provide support to peers and contractor resources where required.
• Ensure administration is concise, accurate and professional.
• Adhere to internal processes and procedures.
• Report on statistical information when required.

Skills

Auto electrics

Telematics

Full UK Driving Licence

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Job description

• From £35,000, dependent on experience, plus company vehicle
• Closing Date: 11.11.2026

We are looking for a Telematics Engineer to provide continued support to our growing and established customer base within Reading and the surrounding areas.

You will have access to many of our benefits, including annual shift allowance in addition to your salary, annual pay reviews, company vehicle, with laptop, mobile phone and tools provided to ensure you are fully equipped in your new role.

Are you an experienced Field Service & Installation Engineer looking for a new opportunity and challenge? How about the opportunity to join a market leading telematics company, that works with many household names, such as McLaren, Tesco, Harrods, Stobarts, JCB, Dominos… To name a few!

A Day in the Life of…

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What will you be doing?

• Ensure Microlise product portfolio is full integrated into our customer's assets
• Timely visits to customer sites to undertake the installation, servicing and continued support of our product suite
• Inventory management
• Responsible for the upkeep and safety of your vehicle and all provided tools /equipment
• Liaise with customers at all levels
• Provide support to your peers and contractor resource where required
• Ensure administration is concise, accurate and professional
• Adhere to all internal process and procedures
• Report on statistical information when required

What are we looking for?

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role; auto electrics and/or telematics
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience of working to Service Level Agreements and Operational Schedules
• Understanding of vehicle wiring diagrams and ability to interpret these
• Evidence of strong customer service skills with a professional approach
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to adjust style to relevant audiences
• Be able to work autonomously, solve problems independently and adhere to agreed processes
• Take pride in what you do ensuring quality and accuracy
• Valid Passport for travel

Working Pattern

This is a field based role working remotely on our customer sites. Our Field Engineers work shifts on a rota basis, including weekends, to suit the requirements of our customers. Full details regarding our working patterns can be discussed at the interview stage, and upon application you will be provided with an example of a typical rota.

What's in it for you?

• Full support and training to ensure you are well equipped to succeed in your role
• Company vehicle, shift allowance, laptop, mobile phone and tools provided
• Private medical insurance with Vitality Health including rewards for members such as: Apple Watch, discounted gym membership and many more
• 33 days holiday, including bank holidays, increasing year on year to 38 days, then further increases with length of services
• Free Costco membership, 20% off EE mobile and line rental, and other discounts with Reward Gateway
• Invested in employee health and well-being with over 20 mental health first aiders in the business
• Employee Assistance Programmes
• Great staff extras: Easter eggs, yearly BBQ, Christmas gifts, annual staff awards and many more incentives
• Great Place to Work certified - We have been recognised by the global authority on workplace culture, so come be a part of our success
• Best Workplace in the UK for Development, Technology, Wellbeing and Women

Recruitment Process

For successful candidates, interviews will take place whilst the advert is still live; so don't delay getting your application in!

Please note: The successful candidate's job title will be Technical Hardware Engineer in line with our organisational structure.