Trainee Field Engineer (Refrigeration)

First Military Recruitment; Lochmaben; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Bonus up to £250 a month

Full training provided

Company van

Private health cover

Auto-enrolment pension

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are recruiting for a Trainee Field Engineer (Refrigeration) based in Scotland (Dumfries and Galloway area). You will train to service medical and laboratory refrigeration equipment and gain career progression.

You will hold a full UK driving licence, be self-motivated and organised, and enjoy a structured training program with a company van, tools, and bonus scheme. Overtime opportunities and private health cover after 12 months.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Self-motivated, well organised and able to work independently.
• Previous field service experience is desirable but not essential.
• F-Gas qualification desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication skills with neat and accurate handwriting.
• Basic English, Maths and IT skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration and repair of medical and laboratory refrigeration equipment.
• Work independently and professionally while representing the company.
• Accurately record work completed, travel and labour times, and expenses; submit job reports daily.
• Maintain company-provided van, tools, stock levels and equipment in line with policy.
• Plan and prioritise work based on office scheduling and flag delays early.
• Ensure confidentiality on all customer sites following GDPR principles.

Skills

Self-motivated

Organised

Independent worker

Good communication

Basic English

Job description

JR329 - Trainee Field Engineer (Refrigeration)

Location: Scotland (Dumfries and Galloway area)

Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 Per Annum + Company vehicle + Bonus

Working Hours: Monday - Friday - 40 hour working week.

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer on behalf of the UK's largest manufacturer of medical & scientific refrigeration. This is an excellent and exciting opportunity to join a well established company with an excellent opportunity of career advancement.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repair of medical and laboratory refrigeration equipment.
• Work independently and efficiently while representing the company professionally.
• Accurately record work completed, travel and labour times, and expenses, submitting job reports daily.
• Maintain company-provided van, tools, stock levels, and equipment in line with company policy.
• Plan and prioritise work based on office scheduling, raising any potential delays early.
• Ensure confidentiality on all customer sites, following GDPR principles.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Full UK driving licence - essential.
• Self-motivated, well organised, and able to work independently.
• Previous field service experience desirable (but not essential).
• F-Gas qualification desirable (but not essential).
• Strong communication skills with neat and accurate handwriting.
• Basic English, Maths and IT skills are required.

In return, the client offers:

• Overtime opportunities (once trained).
• Bonus Scheme (up to £250 a month)
• Full training & qualifications provided
• Company van, mobile phone, tablet, uniform, and all tools provided.
• Private health cover after 12 months' service.
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme.