Gas Detection Service Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Field Service Engineer for a family-run business in England. The role involves servicing gas detection systems across the Midlands and East England, requiring strong independence and experience in electronic engineering. A competitive salary and benefits including a company vehicle are offered. Ideal candidates will have a full UK driving licence and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Company van

Pension scheme

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in field service / electronic / electrical engineering, ideally with gas detection or environmental monitoring systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to obtain relevant Health & Safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing & calibration on fixed gas detection equipment.
• Manage email communications and record keeping.
• Travel to client sites in the Midlands & East England.

Skills

Field service experience

Computer literacy

Strong time management

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - Midlands & East England. Region: Midlands & East England (bases around Cambridge, Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, Stoke). Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (DOE) + bonus, vehicle & travel expenses + benefits. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM.

About the Company

We are representing a longstanding, family run business that designs and installs fixed continuous Gas Detection and environmental monitoring systems. They operate across diverse sectors including sewage treatment, clean rooms, defence, facility management and more, and are known for Engineering excellence and reliability.

The Role

You will be a Field Service Engineer, responsible for servicing, calibrating, and preparing fixed Gas detection / environmental monitoring systems for clients across the Midlands & East England. Many of your assignments will be independent field-based work.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing & calibration on fixed gas detection equipment
• Review job scopes, quotations, ensure correct parts & test gases are prepared ahead of site visits
• Manage email communications (Outlook), fill in job sheets, timesheets, mileage, expenses, record keeping
• Review mobile stock & test gas levels monthly
• Travel to client sites (Cambridge area and further afield to Nottingham, Leicester, Birmingham, Stoke etc.)

Candidate Profile

Must-haves:

• Experience in field service / electronic / electrical engineering, ideally with gas detection or environmental monitoring systems
• Strong time management, ability to work independently and manage your schedule
• Computer literacy (email, spreadsheets, digital job/reporting systems)
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to obtain or hold relevant Health & Safety / site-specific certification (e.g. CSCS card, Working at Height, IPAF)

Desirable:

• Prior experience with fixed gas detection calibration and servicing
• Additional safety or environmental certifications (e.g. Asbestos Awareness, Working at Height)

Working Conditions & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 depending on experience
• Annual bonus potential (typically paid in December based on company performance)
• Holiday entitlement: 20 days + bank holidays, rising to 25 days after 5 years' service
• Company van (business use), mobile phone, laptop provided for work
• Pension scheme

You'll work largely independently; strong autonomy and accountability.

How To Apply

If you're a driven Service engineer looking for a field based role with variety, responsibility, and clear recognition, this position offers exactly that. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You could be a:

• Field Service Engineer | Gas Detection Engineer | Environmental Monitoring Engineer | Calibration Engineer | Electrical / Electronic Field Service | Fixed Gas Monitoring Service | Service Engineer Midlands | Site-Based Field Engineer | Gas Detector Calibration | Continuous Gas Detection | Environmental Health & Safety Engineer | East England Field Service | Midlands Service Engineer | Field Calibration Technician

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