FIELD SERVICE ENGINEER – MECHANICAL / INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Salary: £45,000 per annum + Overtime + Overnight Allowance Hours: 37.5 hours per week Employment: Permanent, Full-Time Travel: UK-wide with occasional international assignments THE OPPORTUNITY We are recruiting for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join an established British engineering and manufacturing company specialising in industrial processing and size-reduction machinery. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer with a strong background in industrial maintenance, machinery installation, servicing and fault-finding. The position will involve working on specialist industrial equipment, both at the company's facilities and at customer sites throughout the UK, with occasional opportunities for international travel. The successful candidate must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Ipswich and be comfortable travelling as required. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out installation, servicing, maintenance and repair of industrial processing machinery. Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults, ensuring equipment is returned to safe and efficient operation. Work on mechanical components including bearings, shafts, gears, drives, rollers and associated machinery. Undertake planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities. Assist with machinery installation, assembly, testing and commissioning. Carry out mechanical adjustments, component replacement and machinery overhauls. Interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation. Liaise professionally with customers, providing technical support and advice. Complete service reports and maintain accurate records of work undertaken. Travel to customer sites throughout the UK and occasionally overseas. Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant health and safety procedures. EXPERIENCE
Field Service Engineer employer: Alexandrite Recruitment
As a Production Manager in Stoke-on-Trent, you will join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Our work culture promotes professional growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects in a supportive environment.
