Field Service Engineer
Peterborough, England, United Kingdom
Contract: Monday to Friday, 40 or 45 hour contracts available.
Salary: Starting salary £31,000 – £39,000 depending on contract chosen.
Benefits: Paid door‑to‑door travel, overtime at 1.5 and 2.0 rates, fully expensed Ford Transit Custom van (personal use allowed), fuel card, 6% employer and 4% employee pension, training package, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, IT equipment, uniform & weekly washing, shopping/discount vouchers.
About the role
Service Engineer role available at a highly successful international manufacturer of forklift trucks. You’ll work locally, receive comprehensive on‑the‑job training, extensive benefits, and progression routes. Suitable for engineers from plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment, and vehicle technicians looking to transition into a new industry. You need to demonstrate mechanical service and repair skills, engine diagnostics, and basic electrical skills.
Responsibilities
* Carry out preventive maintenance (PPM) and breakdown repair on materials handling machinery on a field service basis.
* Reactive breakdown coverage within the allocated geographical area.
* Complete comprehensive training to become fully competent on all machinery and equipment.
* Place spares in van overnight.
Requirements
* Experience with plant, forklifts, HGV, agricultural or similar equipment; automotive technicians/motor trade acceptable.
* Engine diagnostics and some basic electrical skills.
* Ideally hold a Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Travel: No stay away or extensive travel required; overtime mainly during the week.
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