Senior UPS Field Engineer

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior UPS Field Service Engineer to cover the South of England. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus overtime, a company vehicle, and benefits including private healthcare and pension. Responsibilities include installing UPS systems, performing maintenance, and providing technical support. Ideal candidates will have prior field service experience and strong technical skills in electrical engineering.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Fully expensed hybrid company car or van

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Discretionary bonus

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Previous field service experience in UPS, switchgear, IPS, SCADA, or related fields.
• Competence with electrical measuring equipment and tools.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and test UPS systems.
• Carry out repairs, preventative maintenance, and inspections.
• Identify opportunities for system upgrades.

Skills

Technical knowledge in electrical/electronic engineering

Customer focus

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified Electrician/Electrical Engineer (Level 3/4 or above)

Tools

Electrical measuring equipment

Job description

Overview

Astute0a Power team is partnering with a leading power protection solutions provider, known for its commitment to technical excellence and professional development, to recruit a Senior UPS Field Service Engineer to cover the South of England.

his strategically important Senior UPS Field Service Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of up �65,000, overtime, company vehicle, private healthcare, pension, and excellent holiday entitlement.

If youare a Senior UPS Field Service Engineer looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, customer satisfaction, and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and test single and three-phase UPS systems.
• Carry out workshop and field repairs, preventative maintenance, and battery inspections/testing.
• Complete site surveys and prepare clear reports for sales and project teams.
• Produce and follow site-specific risk assessments and method statements.
• Identify opportunities for system upgrades, maintenance contracts, or replacements while on-site.
• Accurately complete all company and customer paperwork and administration.
• Take part in the 24/7 on-call rota, providing technical support and site call-outs when required.

Professional qualifications

• Previous field service experience in UPS, switchgear, IPS, SCADA, or related power/electrical sectors.
• Qualified Electrician/Electrical Engineer (Level 3/4 or above ; HNC, HND, NVQ preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills in electrical/electronic engineering.
• Competence with electrical measuring equipment and tools.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Personal skills

• Highly customer-focused, with strong communication skills.
• Commercially aware and able to recognise opportunities.
• Willing to travel and stay away from home (typically one week per month).
• Honest, reliable, and able to work with integrity.
• A strong team player who shares knowledge and supports colleagues.

Salary and benefits

• Competitive base salary + overtime
• Fully expensed hybrid company car or van
• Private pension scheme with generous company contribution.
• Private healthcare scheme.
• Discretionary bonus (linked to performance).
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Full training on the latest UPS technology.
• On-call and working-away allowances.
• Company laptop and mobile phone.

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.