VacancyTitle: Field Service Engineer

Dawsongroup PLC; Brentwood; Híbrido; GBP 28 000 - 42 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Funded training

Internal progression opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing support

Resumo da oferta

Dawsongroup Material Handling is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service and repair forklift trucks across South East London and Essex. If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, working independently and delivering great customer service, this could be the role for you.

You will diagnose, service and repair equipment at customer sites and Dawsongroup locations, complete service reports, maintain tools and your van, and build strong customer relationships while following safety procedures.

Qualificações

• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Essential mechanical knowledge of material handling equipment.
• Skilled engineer able to work on diesel, LPG, hydraulic and electronic systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Careful, independent approach with commitment to safe working practices.

Responsabilidades

• Diagnose, service and repair forklift trucks at customer and Dawsongroup locations.
• Work safely and efficiently, maintaining high standards with minimal supervision.
• Complete service reports detailing repairs, parts used and time taken.
• Inspect equipment, report its condition and maintain company tools, equipment and your service van.
• Build strong customer relationships while following health and safety procedures and agreed authorisation limits.

Conhecimentos

Driving licence

Mechanical knowledge

Diesel systems

LPG systems

Hydraulic systems

Electronic systems

Communication skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Salary £ Competitive + Overtime + Door to door pay

Published

25 days ago

Closing

in 17 days

This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy.

The Vacancy

About this Role

Are you a Field Service Engineer, Forklift Engineer or Material Handling Engineer looking for your next opportunity? Join Dawsongroup Material Handling as a Field Service Engineer, servicing and repairing forklift trucks across South East London and Essex. If you enjoy solving mechanical challenges, working independently and delivering great customer service, this could be the role for you.

• Diagnose, service and repair forklift trucks at customer and Dawsongroup locations.
• Work safely and efficiently, maintaining high standards with minimal supervision.
• Complete service reports detailing repairs, parts used and time taken.
• Inspect equipment, report its condition and maintain company tools, equipment and your service van.
• Build strong customer relationships while following health and safety procedures and agreed authorisation limits.

About You

You take pride in your work, communicate clearly and enjoy getting to the root of a technical problem. We are looking for someone who can work independently, take care with every repair and deliver a reliable service.

• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Essential mechanical knowledge of material handling equipment.
• Fully skilled engineer with the ability to work on diesel, LPG, hydraulic and electronic systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A careful, independent approach, with a commitment to safe working practices.

You do not need to tick every box to consider applying. If you have relevant transferable skills and the enthusiasm to develop, we would welcome hearing from you.

About Us

Dawsongroup has been operating since 1935 and in asset rental since 1974. We support customers with high-quality equipment and service, building long-term relationships through our people and our commitment to doing things properly.

• Join a business with over 50 years of asset rental experience.
• Be part of Dawsongroup Material Handling, supporting customers and their equipment.
• Work within a culture that values integrity, safety and customer service.
• Access wellbeing and mental health support.
• Benefit from funded training and internal progression pathways.

Dawsongroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

About Your Future

Build on your engineering experience while contributing to the dependable service our customers rely on. We want our people to grow, take ownership and develop their careers.

• 24 days standard leave allowance + plus Birthday + plus Bank Holidays + up to 10 days extra (time served and purchase scheme).
• Funded training and internal progression opportunities.
• Cycle to work scheme and seasonal gifts.
• Long-term incentives and opportunities to develop your skills.

The company

Dawsongroup is a leading provider of asset rental, leasing, and management solutions across the UK, Europe, and beyond, offering a diverse portfolio from temperature control and transport to materials handling, specialist vehicles, and modular buildings. At the heart of its approach is the Smarter Asset Strategy, enabling businesses to access and optimise assets without the financial risks of ownership, supporting scalability, efficiency, and financial control.

With deep industry expertise, operational excellence, and a focus on innovation, Dawsongroup helps customers boost productivity, resilience, and sustainability to stay competitive in a changing marketplace.

"What I enjoy most about my role is the variety that each day brings and the chance to work collaboratively with such a supportive and knowledgeable team. We work well together, always willing to help one another, and it's rewarding to be part of a team that is focused on delivering great results while maintaining a positive and enjoyable working environment."

"Since joining Dawsongroup in 2008, I've progressed from Trainee Fleet Quality Controller to Area Sales Manager. The business has continually invested in my development, opening doors to new opportunities and challenges. It's a company where hard work is recognised and career progression is genuinely achievable."

• Head of Commercial Operations – EMC

"One of the things I value most about working at Dawsongroup is the opportunity to learn, grow and make a real difference. I've been trusted with new challenges, improvement projects and initiatives that benefit colleagues and customers. It's a rewarding environment that encourages innovation, ownership and long-term career development."