Field Service Technician - North

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ground Support Equipment is seeking a Field Service Technician for the North Region, covering areas such as Manchester and Leeds Bradford. The role offers a full-time, permanent position with responsibilities in maintenance and repair of airport equipment, alongside opportunities for technical training and career growth as operations expand. Ideal candidates will possess 5+ years of relevant experience and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Paid travel time

Overtime paid at time-and-a-half

Company van with specialist tools

Ongoing technical training and support

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in repair and maintenance of GSE, HGVs, or plant machinery.
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs on GSE and AME.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Provide technical support and liaise directly with customers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning

Communication

Tools

Basic hand tools

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Posted:

09.07.2025

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Job Description:

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - NORTH REGION (Manchester / Leeds Bradford Area)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, a market leader in Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Airfield Maintenance Equipment (AME), is expanding its UK operations and is seeking a Field Service Technician to cover the North Region, ideally based around the Manchester or Leeds Bradford airport hubs.

Fortbrand is part of a long-established U.S.-based airport equipment group, with a strong and growing presence in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge airport equipment, with room to grow as we expand our northern operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs on airport-based GSE and AME
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
• Conduct calibrations, fire system inspections, and (if certified) LOLER examinations
• Provide technical support and liaise directly with customers
• Ensure compliance with all safety and operational standards

About You

• 5+ years' experience in repair and maintenance of GSE, HGVs, plant machinery, or materials handling equipment (preferred)
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Able to provide a 5-year verifiable employment/education history
• Based in or near the Manchester / Leeds Bradford area

What's on Offer

• Paid travel time (home to home)
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
• Company van with specialist tools provided (basic hand tools required)
• Ongoing technical training and support
• Opportunities to grow with the business as the northern team expands

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8-hour shifts + overtime

Location:

• Field-based, North Region (Manchester / Leeds Bradford and surrounding areas)