Maintenance Engineer - Field based

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a qualified Maintenance Engineer for a field-based position in Portsmouth. The role offers a competitive salary of £40,000-£42,000, door-to-door pay, and opportunities for career progression through internal development pathways. Ideal candidates will have relevant electrical certifications and a strong commitment to team values and excellence in execution.

Benefits

Company Van

Paid Travel/Accommodation

External Training Support

Qualifications

• Experienced in electrical maintenance and installation across multiple sites.
• Willing to travel and work away from home as required.
• Strong independence and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct electrical maintenance, testing, and installation at various sites.
• Be part of a mobile team offering technical variety.
• Participate in clear pathways for career advancement.

Skills

Fault-Finding Skills

Can-Do Attitude

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship

18th Edition Certification

Inspection & Testing (2391)

Job description

Job Description

Maintenance Engineer - Field Based
Salary: £40,000-£42,000 + Door-to-Door Pay + Company Van + Training & Career Progression
Location: Portsmouth (Commutable from: Southampton, Fareham, Havant, Chichester, Gosport)

Are you a qualified electrician looking for stable work, technical variety, and genuine career progression?

This is a great opportunity to join a growing company offering long-term security, development into senior roles, and the chance to work with well-known clients across specialist sectors.

The business is an established engineering services provider with a strong reputation and a team of 30+ engineers. They're known for investing in their people, with a clear track record of internal promotion and ongoing growth.

You'll be part of a mobile team carrying out electrical maintenance, testing, and installation across customer sites in the South of England. Some travel and overnight stays are involved, with all expenses covered.

External training is supported where beneficial.

Ideal for an experienced electrician looking for steady work, variety, and the chance to grow with a company that values its team.

The Role:

Varied, hands-on work - Electrical maintenance, testing, and installation across multiple sites, offering technical variety and autonomy.
Career progression - Clear internal pathways into senior roles like project management; the company promotes from within.
Strong package - £40-£42k salary, door-to-door pay, company van, and paid travel/accommodation when working away.The Candidate:

Qualified and experienced - Completed an electrical apprenticeship with 18th Edition and Inspection & Testing (2391) certifications.
Flexible and mobile - Willing to travel to sites across the South of England and stay away from home when required.
Professional and proactive - Strong fault-finding skills, a can-do attitude, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates