Trainee Field Service Engineer

Talented People; Crawley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking a Trainee Field Service Engineer to join a team focused on coffee and vending equipment. The position involves hands-on training in servicing and repairing machines, providing excellent customer support, and progressing towards becoming fully qualified. Candidates should have mechanical or electrical interest, a positive attitude, and the willingness to learn and work independently. A full UK driving licence is required. The role is field-based in Crawley, offering a stable career path in a growing industry.

Benefits

Full technical training

Company vehicle

Clear development path

Stable role in a growing industry

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical or electrical interest is essential.
• Ability to use hand tools and follow technical instructions is required.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude are necessary.
• Willingness to learn, travel, and work independently is expected.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support senior engineers with service and repair of coffee & vending machines.
• Learn to diagnose faults and replace parts.
• Assist with machine installations and commissioning.
• Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Provide excellent customer service and technical advice.
• Complete service reports and job documentation.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical interest

Basic electrical knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to use hand tools

Positive attitude

Job description

Trainee Field Service Engineer - Coffee & Vending Equipment

Location: Field-based in Crawley and surrounding areas
Salary: £28,500 + overtime + progression opportunities

Are you practical, hands‑on, and keen to build a career in engineering? We're looking for a Trainee Field Service Engineer to join our growing coffee & vending equipment service team. Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone with mechanical or electrical interest who wants to learn a specialist trade.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting senior engineers with service and repair of coffee & vending machines.
• Learning how to diagnose faults and replace parts such as pumps, valves, boilers, sensors, and wiring.
• Assisting with machine installations and commissioning on customer sites.
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs.
• Providing excellent customer service and technical advice to end users.
• Completing service reports and job documentation using mobile systems.

What We're Looking For

• Hands‑on mechanical or electrical interest (basic electrical knowledge is a real advantage).
• Ability to use hand tools and follow technical instructions.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn, travel, and work independently over time.
• Full UK driving licence required.

What We Offer

• Full technical training and mentoring.
• Clear development path to become a fully qualified Field Service Engineer.
• Company vehicle, uniform, tools, and equipment.
• A stable role in a fast‑growing industry with long‑term career prospects.