At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform maintenance and repairs on materials handling equipment while providing top-notch customer service.
- Company: Join a growing engineering team in a supportive environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime pay, company vehicle, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Stable career in a high-demand sector with excellent progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Enjoy hands-on work with autonomy and the chance to build customer relationships.
- Qualifications: Strong engineering mindset with practical experience in automotive or similar fields.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We’re currently recruiting a Field Service Engineer to join a growing engineering team, supporting customers across the Kent region. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on engineer who enjoys varied, autonomous work, building relationships with customers while maintaining high‑quality service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs on materials handling equipment
- Diagnose faults using electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
- Complete accurate service reports, documentation, and parts management
- Deliver excellent customer service on‑site, acting as a company ambassador
- Identify upsell opportunities and additional work where appropriate
- Ensure full health & safety compliance at all times
About You
We’re looking for candidates with a strong engineering mindset and practical experience, ideally from one of the following backgrounds:
- Automotive / Vehicle Technician
- HGV / Plant / Forklift Engineering
- Agricultural or Military Engineering
You’ll also have:
- Solid mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
- Experience working in a field‑based or customer‑facing role
- The ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
- A full UK driving licence
What’s in It for You
- Competitive base salary + overtime paid at enhanced rates
- Company vehicle (fully equipped)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Stable, long‑term career in a high‑demand engineering sector
- Supportive team environment with strong progression potential
Key Skills
- Fault finding & diagnostics
- Time management & organisation
- Customer service & communication
- Problem‑solving
- Initiative & teamwork
If you’re a skilled engineer looking for a varied field‑based role with strong earning potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Field Service Engineer, Kent employer: Jungheinrich
As a Site Support Engineer with us, you'll join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in service delivery across Aylesford, Dartford, and Erith. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through ongoing training and development opportunities, while also offering competitive benefits and a commitment to health and safety. Our focus on building strong customer relationships ensures that you will play a vital role in our success, making this an exciting and rewarding place to advance your career.
