Field Service Team Leader

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Keithhall; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials handling business in North Scotland seeks an experienced Field Service Team Leader to oversee a team of engineers responsible for maintaining Forklift Trucks and MHE equipment. Candidates should possess a robust engineering background, strong technical skills, and previous leadership experience. The role offers competitive remuneration, comprehensive training, and the opportunity for stability and growth within a dynamic company. A full UK Driving Licence is required.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development programme

Company van & fuel card

Door-to-door pay

Company pension scheme

Tools and uniform provided

Opportunity for leadership position

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and repair of Forklift Trucks and other MHE equipment.
• Must have full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support a team of field service engineers.
• Ensure efficient service delivery and maintain high standards of customer satisfaction.
• Mentor engineers by sharing technical knowledge.

Skills

Proven engineering background with FLT, Mobile Plant, HGV, or Industrial Vehicle experience

Strong technical skills in Electrical, Mechanical, and Hydraulic systems

Leadership and supervisory experience

Education

Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent)

Job description

Field Service Team Leader

Salary: £38,000 - £43,000, (Realistic OTE = £45,000 - £50,000)

Location: North Scotland Patch - (Aberdeen, Inverness, Fort William, Peterhead)

Hours: Monday to Friday - 40 Hour Week (on average 5-10 Hours overtime per week guaranteed)

Currently representing a market‑leading materials handling business that is looking to appoint an experienced Field Service Team Leader to oversee and support a team of field service engineers responsible for the maintenance and repair of Forklift Trucks and other MHE equipment across customer sites.

As a Field Service Team Leader, you’ll lead by example‑balancing hands‑on technical work with your designated clients alongside team coordination. Team leader priorities will be ensuring efficient service delivery, mentoring engineers, and maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction. You’ll enjoy autonomy in your role with the support of a strong technical management team and continued manufacturer training.

Key Requirements

• Proven engineering background with FLT, Mobile Plant, HGV, or Industrial Vehicle experience.
• Strong technical skills in Electrical, Mechanical, and Hydraulic systems.
• Recognised engineering qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience in an engineering role.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and development programme.
• Company van & fuel card.
• Door‑to‑door pay and regular overtime available.
• Company pension scheme.
• Tools and uniform provided.
• Opportunity to step into a leadership position within a stable and expanding business.

If you are interested in this position and believe you have the right blend of technical ability and leadership skills, please click apply below or contact Matthew Lye at Pioneer Selection for further information.

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