Field service engineer

FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER

Location of the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer: Covering Hampshire / Wiltshire / Dorset locations

Hours of work for the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer: Monday to Friday 39 hours a week

Salary for the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer: £17.16ph - £18.74ph DOE plus overtime

Benefits:
 Competitive hourly rate or salary (based on experience)
 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
 2/3 days gifted by the Company for Christmas/New Year
 Early Friday finish time of 3.00pm, for all employees
 Bonus Scheme- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees
 Overtime available- In Place for hourly paid Production/Workshop employees
 Free on-site Parking
 Convenient location, close to food outlets, green space & parks
 Company team events
 Life Assurance Scheme
 Pension Scheme
 Training and development opportunities

Role Purpose of the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer:

To provide high-quality on-site servicing, fault diagnosis, and repair of heavy commercial trailers and MOD trailers. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Key Responsibilities of the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer:

 Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on trailers at customer locations
 Diagnose and fix faults in braking systems, suspension, electrical wiring, chassis, and pneumatics
 Replace worn or damaged parts and perform minor welding or fabrication when needed
 Complete all job documentation, service reports, and time sheets accurately
 Communicate regularly with the Service Coordinator regarding job status and requirements
 Ensure all work complies with VOSA, IVA, and MOD standards and specifications
 Maintain the service van, tools, and stock in a safe and organised manner
 Work safely and complete site-specific risk assessments prior to starting work
 Deliver a professional and courteous service to all customers
 Responsible for the quality output within your respective area/department
 Ensure all work meets the required quality standards and follows the relevant specifications in line with drawings and build instructions
 Highlight any quality issues immediately and support investigation or corrective actions
 Act as a point of contact between shop floor, production teams and management
 Provide regular up-dates on progress, issues and resource/material shortages or re-work requirements
 Complete production records including job book inspection sign-offs
 Communicate clearly with fitting, welding, paint and quality teams to resolve issues
 Responsible for health and safety within respective area/team

Essential Knowledge & Experience for the Field Service Engineer / Trailer Engineer / Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mobile Engineer:

 Proven experience in trailer maintenance and repair (commercial or MOD)
 Strong diagnostic ability across mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems
 Full UK driving licence
 Ability to work independently in the field
 Good communication and documentation skills
 Working knowledge and understanding of health and safety practices

Desirable Knowledge & Experience:

 HGV licence, preferable
 Knowledge of MOD-spec trailer requirements
 Welding and basic fabrication skills
 IRTEC certification or similar
 Familiarity with EBS/ABS systems and hydraulic components

Additional Information:
- On site/field based working required with limited flexibility for remote working.
This will include some working away from home.

If this sounds like a role that interests you then please send your CV to Danica Baker at Sprint Recruitment