Field Service Technician - Midlands

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial process fluids is hiring a Field Service Technician to support customers in the Midlands. You will ensure that metalworking fluids are maintained effectively, providing training and technical advice while establishing strong client relationships. The role includes full training, competitive salary, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Company van

Laptop and mobile phone

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Day shifts, Monday to Friday

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule.
• Essential to have a full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites for service delivery using the company vehicle.
• Conduct basic testing of metalworking fluids and communicate results.
• Provide solutions and technical advice to customers.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Customer approach

Job description

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Client:

Quaker Houghton

Location:

birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.

About the Job

FULL TRAINING PROVIDED – Start your career as a Field Service Technician!

You will support our customers across the Midlands region by delivering agreed onsite service. Your primary focus will be testing, resolving product-related issues, and offering advice—all while building trusted relationships with our clients.

Join the team and unleash your potential!

What’s in it For You?

• Company van, laptop, and mobile phone

• Day shifts, Monday to Friday

• Competitive salary + local bonus opportunities

• Pension plan & Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• A great opportunity to become a Technical Service Specialist, trained by senior experts from Quaker Houghton Fluidcare

• Clear career progression in a growing, global business

What will you do?

Support customers across the Midlands region by ensuring that metalworking fluids, greases, coolants, and cleaners are optimally maintained for efficient manufacturing. Your responsibilities will include:

• Travel to customer sites (company vehicle provided)

• Carry out basic testing of metalworking fluids (training provided)

• Record and clearly communicate test results to customers

• Offer solutions and technical advice as a trusted point of contact

• Collaborate with your team and internal departments

• Follow all health & safety procedures on-site

What do we look for?

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage your own schedule

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

• Friendly, professional, and consultative approach with customers

• Full UK driving licence (essential)

If you enjoy working in the heavy industry sector, are a quick learner, and want to build a long-term career in manufacturing with a well-established multinational—we want to hear from you!

FULL TRAINING PROVIDED

Who are we?

We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40+ countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminium, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100+ locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next.

Our values:

• Live Safe
• Act with integrity
• Drive Results
• Do Great Things Together

Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.