Senior UPS Field Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading power solutions provider in the UK 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, with additional benefits like overtime, a company vehicle, private healthcare, and a generous pension. The ideal candidate will possess field service experience in UPS systems and a Level 3/4 qualification in electrical engineering. Integrity, customer satisfaction, and expertise are crucial in this position.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Fully expensed hybrid company car or van

Private pension scheme

Private healthcare scheme

Discretionary bonus

23 days’ holiday + bank holidays

Full training on latest UPS technology

Company laptop and mobile phone

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and test single and three-phase UPS systems.
• Carry out workshop and field repairs, preventative maintenance, and battery inspections.
• Complete site surveys and produce clear reports.

Skills

Field service experience in UPS

Customer-focused

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Willingness to travel

Education

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

Tools

Electrical measuring equipment

Job description

Astute’s 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.

This 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 you’re 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, 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 produce 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.