Details:
- Salary: £33,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leicester
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Job Role: Field-Based Engineer – International & National (Lifting Systems)
Salary: £33,000–£35,000 base (Realistic earnings of £55,000–£75,000 p.a.)
Hours: Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00 + Door-to-Door / Overtime @ 1.5x/2x
Location: UK (with national and international travel)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Interaction Recruitment has partnered with a global leader in industrial vertical access equipment to recruit skilled Field Engineers to join their growing team. With over 70 years of industry expertise, 3,000+ employees worldwide, and a multimillion-pound turnover, this manufacturer offers full training, excellent earning potential, and clear progression opportunities.
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The Package:
• Base Salary: £33,000–£35,000 with realistic total earnings of £55,000–£75,000 through overtime and door-to-door pay
• Overtime Rates:
• Weekdays (after 8.5 hrs): 1.5x
• Saturdays: 1.5x
• Sundays: 2x
• Door-to-Door Pay: Paid from the moment you leave home to when you return
• Company Van & Fuel Card: Fully equipped for business use
• Paid Overnight Stays:
• UK: £25/night
• Overseas/Rig Work: £65–£70/night (accommodation covered)
• 33 Days Holiday: Including bank holidays, increasing after 1 year
• Full Training Provided: Internal onboarding and manufacturer-led technical courses
• Tools & PPE Supplied: All necessary equipment provided
• Career Progression: Clear development paths into senior or specialist roles
• International Travel Opportunities: Optional work across Africa, Europe, the Americas, Asia, Australasia, the Middle East, and offshore rigs
• Overseas Travel Bonus: 0.5 days holiday in lieu for every night spent overseas
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The Role:
You’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing vertical access equipment (hoists, lifts, rack & pinion systems) across the UK and internationally. Key duties include:
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults, including VFCs and PLCs
• Supporting installation, inspection, and commissioning of equipment
• Collaborating with service, installation, commissioning, and support teams
• Completing service documentation accurately and on time
• Adhering to company and client safety policies and procedures
• Representing the company professionally on-site and in vehicle presentation
• Participating in emergency out-of-hours support and being flexible with travel and working hours
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Assisting with other field or workshop tasks as required
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What We Need From You:
• Mechanical or electrical engineering background with strong fault-finding skills
• Relevant qualifications: NVQ, City & Guilds, HNC/HND in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, traction, or lift engineering
• Previous experience as a Field Engineer or similar role
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport
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Commutable From: Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, Warwickshire, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Leicestershire
Similar Roles May Include: Field Service Engineer, Lift Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Industrial Electrician, Mechanical Fitter, Rack & Pinion Engineer, Traction Engineer, Offshore Engineer, RIG Engineer
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Contact:
Julius Okmanas
(phone number removed) / (phone number removed)
Thank you for your interest — we look forward to speaking with you soon