Unleash your potential with Sportsafe!
Are you looking for your next opportunity? Ready for a fresh start? Read on…
Who are we?
At Sportsafe, we provide supply, installation, inspection, and maintenance of sports and fitness equipment to over 10,000 customers across the UK. From the Shetland Isles to the South Coast, we work with primary and secondary schools, private schools, sports centres, care homes, county councils, and fire, police, and NHS authorities. Sportsafe holds multiple accreditations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, SafeContractor, CHAS, and Constructionline Gold. We are also proud members of AFPE and ROSPA.
As one of the largest companies in our sector in the UK, servicing over 10,000 clients annually, we place our engineers at the heart of everything we do. The knowledge and skills you will gain in regulatory standards will ensure that every job you complete leaves equipment safe for use, giving you the satisfaction of knowing you are making a difference.
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and recent contract awards, we are seeking a Field Service Engineer based in Glasgow or generally within a 90–120 minute radius.
In this role, you will:
- Inspect, service, and maintain PE and gym equipment.
- Inspect everything from simple gym mats to full sports halls, as well as outdoor play equipment.
- Undertake repairs, such as replacing inserts on tables, installing new netting in sports halls, or fixing outdoor equipment.
- Work at heights, including tasks like installing netting or climbing structures.
- Carry out outdoor tasks, such as digging holes for trim trails or replacing defaced safety surfacing.
- Survey gym, outdoor, and sports hall equipment for new orders and repairs.
- Build strong relationships with high-profile clients by delivering exceptional customer care.
What to Expect in the Role
This is a varied role, but the emphasis is always on safety. You will need to adapt to different tasks daily, using your practical skills and a working knowledge of tools. An eye for detail is critical, as is the ability to spot when something isn’t right.
You will also need to:
- Accurately measure in millimetres (mm) and metres.
- Be confident in identifying key information including colours and providing clear, descriptive reports on your observations.
- Willingness to drive 15-20 hours per week.
Long hours are sometimes required, and you must be willing to stay away overnight when needed. Overnight stays are fully compensated, and we provide a company-issued card for meals while you are away.
You’ll need to be self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of the wider Sportsafe team.
What we’re looking for:
- A proactive team player with excellent customer service skills.
- A strong work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn.
- Attention to detail and confidence working at heights.
- Clean and tidy approach to work.
Essential Requirements:
- Full clean driving licence.
- Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.
- Basic IT skills (training provided where needed).
- Previous experience in a Field-Based Role (Preferred).
What we offer:
- Full-time position with paid overtime (40 Hour contract with an average of 10 hours overtime per week).
- Competitive salary and rewards based on experience.
- Tools, PPE, and a company vehicle (for work use only).
- 4 weeks’ holiday per year.
- Holiday increases based on length of service.
- Annual Pay review.
- 3-6 month comprehensive training programme (based around Glasgow).
- Auto-enrolment pension and Group Life Insurance.
- Flexible working arrangements to help you manage a healthy work-life balance.
- Employee Assistance Programme to support your well-being.
- Medical cash plan, staff benefits hub, and access to physio support.
At Sportsafe, we know life isn’t all about work. Whether you need time for an appointment, parents’ evening, or simply to recharge, we’ll adjust your schedule where reasonable – because we believe you should be in control of your work-life balance.
We also reward dedication, if you need to earn extra for a big event or unexpected expense, we’ll offer you the opportunity to take on additional work.
Here’s what our team says about working at Sportsafe:
- “Great people and a warm atmosphere.”
- “Progressive company, always developing and creating new challenges.”
- “Opportunities for training and career development.”
- “A company that puts team at the heart of everything.”
Ready to join the team? If you’re looking for a role where your skills are valued, your work is appreciated, and you have the chance to grow, then apply today to become part of the Sportsafe family.
