Field Service Engineer in Swadlincote

Job Description

Is it time to start thinking about a career change, and do you have a passion for working with a leading manufacturer?

A global manufacturing company now offers a newly created opportunity for a Field Service Engineer to join the team in the DE11 to DE15 area.

The role has been created to support further expansion of the region and offers many opportunities for progression once you have joined the business.

As one of the largest manufacturers in the field, we are highly supportive of career development and provide an exceptional training and development program.

You will receive an impressive salary and benefits package, including an OTE of £45k in your first year, a company van for personal use, PDA & mobile phone, overtime paid at time and a half, full door‑to‑door payments, a company pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and more.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Service Team Leader and control the maintenance, service and repairs of material handling equipment on various customer sites within your postcode area.
• Work with an assortment of equipment, from small pallet trucks to IC trucks, VNA trucks and automated trucks, diagnosing and rectifying faults and undertaking preventative maintenance on forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Manage your own work in progress, ensure all relevant paperwork is completed accurately, and attend regular training courses to maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of equipment.
• Act as an active team player, sustaining the company’s prestigious reputation.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 qualification (certificates required).
• Vehicle Technician, HGV Technician or Roadside Recovery experience considered.
• Technical experience in engines, electrics (diagnostics) and/or hydraulics.
• IT literate and comfortable using the latest technology.
• Salary & Benefits
• OTE approximately £45k in your first year.
• Full door‑to‑door coverage within your postcode area – no need to travel far from home.
• Standard 40‑hour week, Monday to Friday.
• Overtime paid at time and a half over a standard working week.
• Fully expensed company van from day one of employment.
• Personal usage allowable on the company van.
• 25 days holiday plus all bank holidays (additional holidays for length of service).
• Company pension scheme with a 6% contribution.
• Discount team access to deals from major brands.
• Employee Incentive Scheme.
• 6‑week training programme combining a buddy system, face‑to‑face training and e‑learning.
• Extremely supportive Team Leader and Manager.
• Long‑term training development plans – one of the best in the industry.
• Opportunity for growth through the technical grading process.
• Opportunity for qualified candidates to undertake extended learning at degree level.
• Laptop and phone provided.
• All specialist tooling supplied, with a tool replacement policy for wear and tear.
• Company‑cleaned specialist workwear and all PPE supplied.
• Local and technical support available.

Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician or similar to progress their career with an OEM.

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