Senior Field Service Team Lead
Location: UK-based with national & international travel
Salary: Competitive + benefits
We are seeking a Senior Field Service Team Lead to head up a Field Service team delivering engineering support and maintenance across the full product lifecycle at customer sites. This role ensures installation, testing, and service activities meet all regulatory and contractual requirements.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, the Senior Field Service Team Lead will:
Lead a team of engineers in installation, commissioning, and ongoing support at customer locations
Plan, prioritise, and execute field service activities efficiently and safely
Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards
Mentor and manage the Field Service Team to maximise effectivenessKey Responsibilities
Assist the Project Manager in planning engineering support activities, including assembly and testing of equipment and cabling
Lead the team in installation and commissioning of project equipment according to project plans
Conduct hands-on installation and "setting to work" activities
Maintain and support routine maintenance cycles, ensuring compliance with legal and quality standards
Support obsolescence management and lifecycle maintenance activities
Apply first-line leadership skills to manage, motivate, and develop the Field Service TeamWhat We're Looking For
Experience with electrical/electronic systems, ideally in maritime or defence environments
Proven ability to lead and manage a field-based engineering team
Willingness and ability to travel extensively in the UK and internationally at short notice
Experience with safety and regulatory standards, including risk assessment and mitigation
Ability to produce and maintain project and technical documentation
Experience supporting sea or land trials and maintaining equipment
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Knowledge of acoustics and computer networks (desirable)
Ability to work in confined spaces where requiredQualifications, Skills & Requirements
Engineering qualification (minimum HND or equivalent)
Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC or DV)
Sole UK nationality required
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally
Good computer literacyWorking Hours
Full-time, permanent position
Flexible working with core hours: 09:30 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 16:00
Additional flexibility depending on project and travel requirementsWhat's On Offer
Competitive salary with paid overtime or time off in lieu (up to 24 extra days leave)
Flexible working environment
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Private medical care with nationwide coverage
Holiday shutdown over Christmas
Training, development, and career progression opportunities
Salary sacrifice schemes (Cycle to Work, tech)
Gym discounts and access to onsite facilities
Company-provided equipment for office and home working
Relocation support availableReady to Apply?
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Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy