Field Service Engineer
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £37,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Ipswich |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Prime Appointments Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 95405_1767867971 |
Summary
Overview
Our client is looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to cover the Suffolk area. The Field Service Engineer will be home based in ideally in South Suffolk and will travel to client sites to service and maintain a range of forklifts and materials handling equipment. In-house and industry specific training will be provided.
What's on offer
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
Overtime paid at time and a half (unlimited but not compulsory)
Branded company van and fuel card provided
Branded clothing provided
All travel paid
Key Responsibilities
Travel to client sites to provide servicing and repairs on various materials handling equipment
Liaise daily with a designated service controller who is responsible for arranging and planning the engineer's working day as efficiently as possible.
Pick up daily schedule for jobs which are sent electronically via a bespoke management system
Complete all relevant documentation on completion of job via the management system
Experience & Skills Required
A full driving licence is essential
Good GSCE grades or above in English and Maths
A Mechanical Engineering qualification ( C&G or NVQ level 2 equivalent)
Extensive experience as a Field Service Engineer in the materials handling industry
Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience preferred
Proficient in fault finding and repair.
Experience of Health & Safety requirements working in a workshop practice.
Commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
Excellent organisational skills with a standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
Must have good communication skills and be able to multitask
If you are an experienced Materials Handing/Fork Truck Field Service Engineer living in Suffolk apply now
Our client is looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to cover the Suffolk area. The Field Service Engineer will be home based in ideally in South Suffolk and will travel to client sites to service and maintain a range of forklifts and materials handling equipment. In-house and industry specific training will be provided.
What's on offer
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
Overtime paid at time and a half (unlimited but not compulsory)
Branded company van and fuel card provided
Branded clothing provided
All travel paid
Key Responsibilities
Travel to client sites to provide servicing and repairs on various materials handling equipment
Liaise daily with a designated service controller who is responsible for arranging and planning the engineer's working day as efficiently as possible.
Pick up daily schedule for jobs which are sent electronically via a bespoke management system
Complete all relevant documentation on completion of job via the management system
Experience & Skills Required
A full driving licence is essential
Good GSCE grades or above in English and Maths
A Mechanical Engineering qualification ( C&G or NVQ level 2 equivalent)
Extensive experience as a Field Service Engineer in the materials handling industry
Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical experience preferred
Proficient in fault finding and repair.
Experience of Health & Safety requirements working in a workshop practice.
Commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
Excellent organisational skills with a standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
Must have good communication skills and be able to multitask
If you are an experienced Materials Handing/Fork Truck Field Service Engineer living in Suffolk apply now