Field Service Engineer – Manufacturing (Southwest & Midlands)

About the role

We are seeking a motivated Field Service Engineer with a manufacturing background to join a long‑established producer of production equipment. The role is field‑based, covering a Southwest and Midlands patch, with regular travel and overnight stays. You will receive a weekly schedule on a company laptop and be supported by full industry training.

Key responsibilities

• Perform Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM) on conveyors and bar feeders (≈70% of time).
• Carry out reactive maintenance and fault diagnosis (≈30% of time).
• Assist with occasional new equipment installations.
• Travel to customer sites across Southwest England and the Midlands, including 2‑3 overnight stays per week.
• Document service reports and update maintenance records.
• Participate in in‑house and manufacturer‑led training programmes.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Field Service Engineer or similar in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage a regional patch.
• Full UK Diving Licence.
• Willingness to travel extensively and stay away from home regularly.
• Valid driving licence.

Required skills

• Electrical troubleshooting.
• Mechanical maintenance.
• Conveyor system knowledge.
• Bar feeder system knowledge.
• Industrial machinery maintenance.
• Material handling equipment.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £35,000‑£45,000 per year.
• Company vehicle and door‑to‑door pay.
• Overtime paid at enhanced rate.
• Full industry training and career progression.
• Company benefits package.