Junior Field Services Engineer

Navartis; England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist rail engineering company in the UK is seeking a motivated Junior Field Service Engineer to assist with depot maintenance and repairs on rail equipment. The role offers hands-on experience and clear progression to a fully qualified position. Benefits include a salary of £32,000 per annum, overtime pay, and comprehensive support with training. The ideal candidate will have practical maintenance experience and strong problem-solving skills. This role involves travel across the Midlands and South of England.

Benefits

Overtime available

On-call payment

Travel and accommodation covered

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Practical hands-on experience in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical work.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Confident using mobile technology for reporting and job management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with depot maintenance, servicing, and repairs on electrical and mechanical rail equipment.
• Support senior engineers with troubleshooting and fault diagnosis.
• Complete job documentation accurately using a mobile phone or tablet.
• Maintain excellent communication with clients and the service office.
• Travel to multiple depot locations across the Midlands and South.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical work

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Mobile technology for job management

Job description

Job Description

This is a great opportunity for a Junior Field Service Engineer to join a specialist rail engineering company providing depot maintenance services across the UK rail network.

Junior Field Service Engineer

Our client is seeking a motivated and technically-minded individual to join their nationwide team, working primarily across the Midlands and South of England. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practical engineering experience who wants to develop their career in the rail sector and gain hands‑on depot maintenance experience.

This company values its employees as its most important resource and encourages full involvement to develop their abilities for the benefit of both the individual and the business. You'll receive full support, mentoring, and training, with clear opportunities to progress into a fully qualified Field Service Engineer role.

Package offered for this Junior Field Service Engineer role

• Salary: £32,000 per annum
• Location: Nationwide
• Benefits: Overtime available most weeks, on‑call rota 1 in 14, with on‑call payment, travel, accommodation, and subsistence covered when working away from home, 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Key responsibilities for this Junior Field Service Engineer role

• Assist with depot maintenance, servicing, and repairs on electrical and mechanical rail equipment
• Support senior engineers with troubleshooting and fault diagnosis
• Complete job documentation accurately using a mobile phone or tablet
• Maintain excellent communication with clients and the service office
• Travel to multiple depot locations across the Midlands and South, including working away from home with overnight stays when required
• Follow all health and safety standards and rail industry compliance procedures

Experience required for this Junior Field Service Engineer role

• Practical hands‑on experience in maintenance, electrical, or mechanical work (rail experience desirable but not essential)
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions accurately
• Confident using mobile technology for reporting and job management
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive attitude