Electronics Field Service Engineer vacancy in Swindon | M4 | M5 Corridor (313lw)
We’re recruiting a Field Service Engineer for a leading technology company specialising in life‑saving safety systems that has a fantastic work culture. Full product training is provided – what matters most is your technical foundation (electronics, electrical, communications OR similar) and your willingness to get hands‑on in the field.
Responsibilities
* Service, calibrate, and repair electronic detection equipment.
* Carry out proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning on customer sites.
* Support team members on larger, multi‑engineer jobs.
* Deliver user training (once experienced).
* Ensure accurate service reports, RAMs, and documentation (training provided).
* Manage van stock and equipment so customers always receive a first‑time fix where possible.
* Cover a geographical area of Swindon | M4 | M5 Corridor and other areas to cover 2‑man jobs.
Qualifications
* HNC/HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent is preferred (or strong hands‑on technical background gained in Service) – full product training provided by the client.
* Experience in field service, equipment repair, commissioning, or installation is desirable but not essential.
* Confident using test equipment (e.g., multimeters).
* Good communication skills – written and verbal – able to engage with customers.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Comfortable with a physically active role (ladders, confined spaces, etc).
* Ex‑military backgrounds especially welcome (e.g., REME, Avionics, Comms, Marine Engineering, Weapons Tech, RAF/Electrical, Submariner Technicians, etc).
Benefits
* Base salary £35k‑£41k + paid overtime (uncapped – often taking total earnings higher – Overtime 1.5× hourly rate, double time on Sundays).
* Paid travel time.
* Company van, fuel, and expenses card.
* Excellent pension (up to 10.5% matched).
* Company share scheme.
* Health cash plan, eyecare, life insurance.
* 25 days holiday + birthday off + option to buy more.
* 14 weeks paid maternity, paternity, adoption leave.
* Ongoing training and development – including industry‑standard qualifications.
Why this role?
This role suits hands‑on problem solvers with military engineering backgrounds who enjoy variety, teamwork, and being customer‑facing. If you’ve worked with complex systems (communications, avionics, sensors, radar, weapons, marine, power, or similar), you’ll have transferable skills to succeed.
How to apply
If you are unsure whether you meet all the requirements, we encourage you to still apply and discuss it further, as our client promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment. You may be just the right candidate for either this role or upcoming roles.
To apply, please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you to electroniccommunicationsivemil@recruitment.co.uk.
Contact
For additional information or to discuss the role, please contact us at electroniccommunicationsivemil@recruitment.co.uk.
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