Field Service Technician

Talent Finder; Redhill; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

On-target bonus

Uniform provided

Overtime opportunities

Company events

Food vouchers

Wellbeing app

Water bar

Job summary

Talent Finder invites applications for a Refurb & Field Service Technician role based in Redhill. The post combines refurbishment work at the centre with field installations and repairs at customers' homes, with training provided. You will move between refurbishment and field service as required and work Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.

A full driving licence is essential. You will join a small team and contribute to high repair standards, accurate records, and excellent customer service while

Qualifications

• Experience in a field service, refurbishment or similar technical role.
• Strong problem-solving and fault investigation abilities.
• Good organisation and prioritisation skills; flexible to changing work.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and refurbish returned or damaged water systems.
• Identify root causes of returns to improve repair processes.
• Install water systems in customers' homes and connect to mains.
• Carry out field repairs and aim to resolve issues on first visit.
• Demonstrate water systems to customers and advise on use and maintenance.
• Maintain high workmanship standards and keep sites clean.
• Move between refurbishment and field duties as needed.
• Provide regional cover during busy periods and absences.
• Keep accurate records of work, stock use and completion.

Skills

Field service experience

Refurbishment

Technical role

Customer focus

Driving licence

Job description

Refurb & Field Service Technician x 2 | Redhill | Full Time | £27,000–£31,000 per annum

Our client provides subscription-based home water systems designed to help people enjoy healthier lives through access to pure, great-tasting water. Their technology allows customers to enjoy filtered water at the touch of a button.

The Role

They are seeking a flexible and multi-skilled Refurb & Field Service Technician to join their team on a permanent, PAYE basis. Based at their Redhill Refurb Centre, you’ll refurbish returned water systems, carry out installations and repairs in customers’ homes, and provide regional field service support as required.

The team currently has four members and may grow to seven or eight. You’ll move between refurbishment and field work depending on business priorities, helping maintain high repair standards, reduce repeat faults and deliver an excellent customer experience.

Full training will be provided during your first two to three weeks at the refurbishment centre, including training on the water systems and mains water connections. You don’t need a plumbing qualification, and a forklift licence is not required.

Hours

The usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm. Field service days may vary depending on travel and customer appointments. Earlier starts at the refurbishment centre may be possible by agreement.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and refurbish returned or damaged water systems in line with company specifications and training
• Identify root causes of product returns and share findings to help improve repair processes
• Install water systems in customers’ homes, including connecting to the mains water supply and fitting through worktops
• Carry out field repairs, aiming to resolve issues on the first visit and minimise repeat callouts
• Set up and demonstrate water systems to customers, explaining their features, use and maintenance
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, completing installations and repairs accurately and leaving properties clean and tidy
• Move between refurbishment and field service duties as business needs changeProvide cover across the allocated region during busy periods, backlogs, holidays and staff absences
• Maintain accurate records of work, job completion and stock usage
• Monitor refurbishment centre and van stock, completing scheduled stock checks
• Organise transfers of refurbished machines to the distribution centre
• Communicate with planning, scheduling, stock and quality teams to resolve issues and maintain service levels
• Follow standard operating procedures and attend allocated jobs as agreed

Qualifications / Experience

• Experience in a field service, refurbishment or similar technical role
• Strong problem-solving skills, tenacity and the ability to investigate faults through to their root cause
• Good organisation and the ability to manage priorities and adapt to changing work
• Clear communication and a customer-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and maintain attention to detail
• Flexibility to work between the refurbishment centre and customers’ homes
• A full, valid driving licence with no more than three points
• Applicants must be over 25 for company vehicle insurance purposes
• Applicants with full right to work in the UK, no sponsorship available
• Plumbing or mains water experience would be useful, but it is not essential as full training will be provided.

Checks and References

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS check and will need to provide references.

What’s In It For You

• Salary of £27,000–£31,000 per annum
• Company van with personal use
• Monthly on-target bonus
• Company uniform provided
• Regular opportunities for operational overtime
• Company events
• Food vouchers for team bonus winners
• Wellbeing app with lifestyle discounts
• Complimentary water bar

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