Field Service Technician

PE Global; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global is seeking a field service technician for a permanent position in the Greater Manchester area. The successful candidate will provide essential on-site support and maintenance in the oil and gas sector, working on sewage and industrial systems. Candidates should hold a recognized mechanical engineering apprenticeship and be prepared to travel at short notice, as the role involves working both domestically and overseas.

Benefits

£50/day per diem for travel

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship (C&G, ONC, HNC) required.
• Preferably experienced in HGV/Heavy Plant Engineering.
• Proficient in mechanical/electrical systems installation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support for service maintenance and workshop tasks.
• Prepare work packs and perform mechanical completion checks.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations while delivering aftersales support.

Skills

Interpreting engineering drawings

Technical documentation

Understanding industry standards

Education

Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship

CSCS card

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

PE Global is recruiting a field service technician for our oil and gas client on a permanent basis based in the Manchester area. The salary for this role is £35,000 per year with a £50/day per diem.

Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below.

Important:

- Role requires travel at short notice and can be for extended periods (UK & overseas). Per Diem £50/day.

- Role Requires Completed apprenticeship – CSCS card to be held or able to be obtained.

- Preferably HGV/Heavy Plant Engineering.

- Will be working on sewage /industrial systems.

Responsibilities

Provide on-site support for service maintenance and workshop tasks. *This means travel at short notice and can be for extended periods Prepare and approve work packs for service team activities. Perform mechanical completion checks, factory acceptance tests, electrical function/loop checks, and leak/pressure testing. Compile detailed technical reports on customer equipment. Deliver aftersales support, including inspections, spare part identification, and technical advice. Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations. Work closely with internal stakeholders and engineering teams. Maintain accurate documentation using Microsoft Office tools. Travel daily to customer sites as required.

Qualifications

Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship (C&G, ONC, HNC). This is to be a completed apprenticeship – CSCS card to be held or able to obtain. Preferably HGV/Heavy Plant Engineering. Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation. Experience with installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical/electrical systems. Understanding of industry standards and wastewater procedures. Will be working on sewage /industrial systems. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Please note PE Global cannot assist with any visa sponsorship. Candidates must have a valid right to live and work full time indefinitely within the UK.