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Field Service Technician - North, basingstoke
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Posted:
09.07.2025
Expiry Date:
23.08.2025
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Job Description:
FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - NORTH REGION (Manchester / Leeds Bradford Area)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Our client, a market leader in Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Airfield Maintenance Equipment (AME), is expanding its UK operations and is seeking a Field Service Technician to cover the North Region, ideally based around the Manchester or Leeds Bradford airport hubs.
Fortbrand is part of a long-established U.S.-based airport equipment group, with a strong and growing presence in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge airport equipment, with room to grow as we expand our northern operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs on airport-based GSE and AME
* Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
* Conduct calibrations, fire system inspections, and (if certified) LOLER examinations
* Provide technical support and liaise directly with customers
* Ensure compliance with all safety and operational standards
About You
* 5+ years' experience in repair and maintenance of GSE, HGVs, plant machinery, or materials handling equipment (preferred)
* Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Able to provide a 5-year verifiable employment/education history
* Based in or near the Manchester / Leeds Bradford area
What's on Offer
* Paid travel time (home to home)
* Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
* Company van with specialist tools provided (basic hand tools required)
* Ongoing technical training and support
* Opportunities to grow with the business as the northern team expands
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* 8-hour shifts + overtime
Location:
* Field-based, North Region (Manchester / Leeds Bradford and surrounding areas)
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