At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, maintain, and refurbish cutting-edge FMCG equipment across the UK.
- Company: Join a leading engineering firm with a strong reputation and customer base.
- Benefits: Earn £40,000 - £45,000 plus overtime, company van, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Field-based role with travel opportunities and ongoing training for career development.
- Why this job: Enjoy variety, solve real-world problems, and grow your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification and PLC fault-finding skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are recruiting a Field Service Engineer to join a growing engineering business specialising in the installation, maintenance and refurbishment of FMCG equipment. This is a varied role combining service, fault finding, installation and commissioning work across a broad range of machinery. The company is an established market leader with a strong customer base and offers genuine earning potential through overtime and call-out opportunities.
The Role
- Installation and commissioning of new and refurbished equipment
- Planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
- Reactive breakdown support and fault finding
- Mechanical, electrical and hydraulic repairs
- Equipment refurbishment and relocation projects
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement activities
Typical Duties
- Electrical fault finding on 24V and 3-phase systems
- PLC fault finding and diagnostics
- Control panel assembly and wiring
- Fixed wiring installations and modifications
- Reading and interpreting electrical schematics
- Hydraulic fault finding and repair
- Mechanical strip down and rebuild of equipment
- Installation and commissioning at customer sites
- Providing telephone and on-site technical support
What We're Looking For
- Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering
- 16th, 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- PLC knowledge and fault-finding capability
- Ability to work independently and make decisions on-site
- Strong problem-solving and Root Cause Analysis skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Willingness to travel nationally and stay away when required
The Working Pattern
This is a field-based role covering the UK, Ireland and occasional European sites. The position includes:
- Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm
- Regular overtime opportunities
- On-call rota of 1 week in 5
- National travel
- Overnight stays, occasionally up to 7 consecutive nights
- Occasional night and weekend working depending on customer requirements
Package & Benefits
- £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary
- Realistic OTE of £60,000 - £70,000+
- Door-to-door pay
- Company van and fuel card
- Company credit card
- Mobile phone
- Tablet (optional)
- Private healthcare after 6 months
- Enhanced holiday pay
- Ongoing training and career development
- In-house and external technical training
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys variety, likes solving problems and wants to work for a business that is growing quickly within a specialist sector.
Field Service Engineer employer: APEX APPOINT LTD
Join a leading global food company in Peterborough as a Maintenance Engineer, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth, and the opportunity to develop your skills through ongoing training and development programmes. With a focus on innovation and teamwork, this role offers a rewarding career path in a thriving industry.
