Field Service Engineer

Service Engineer Food Processing Equipment £45,000 overtime (OTE £55-60K) Overtime rates: 1.25x weekdays, 1.5x weekends Company vehicle Bonus: £1-2K Pension: 3% 20 days holiday bank holidays Location & Travel: Based in Ashford, Kent Covering the entire UK (overnight stays required) average 1 p/w We are looking for a multi-skilled Service Engineer to join a leading food processing equipment distributor. This role is ideal for an electrically biased engineer with a strong mechanical background, experienced in installing, servicing, and maintaining food processing machinery. Key Responsibilities: Installation & Commissioning: Setting up new processing lines and ensuring they are fully operational, including configuring electrical and mechanical components. Breakdowns & Repairs: Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs efficiently to minimize downtime for customers. Routine Servicing & Maintenance: Conducting planned maintenance on a range of food processing equipment, ensuring longevity and optimal performance. Electrical Work: Installing and troubleshooting electrical systems, including wiring, reading electrical diagrams, and working with 3-phase (415V) machinery. PLC Fault Finding & Networking: Identifying faults in PLC-controlled systems and ensuring seamless integration with other equipment. Mechanical Work: Working with hydraulics, pneumatics, bearings, belts, motors, shafts, pulleys, and gearboxes. Customer Support: Providing technical advice and assistance to clients on-site, ensuring a high standard of customer service. Travel & On-Site Work: Covering sites across the UK, requiring frequent travel and overnight stays as needed. Compliance & Safety: Ensuring all work adheres to health and safety regulations and company standards. What We’re Looking For: Time-served apprenticeship with an electrical qualification Strong electrical and mechanical skills with experience in capital equipment for the food industry Ability to work independently and manage a UK-wide service territory Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think quickly in high-pressure situations Willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected company in a crucial role. If you have the skills and experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact Dan Walton on SER-IN

Location: UK, GB

Posted Date: 4/19/2025