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Field Service Engineer - Construction Machinery
Location: Field-Based - West Midlands
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
On-Target Earnings: £34,500 - £60,000+

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled and experienced Field Service Engineer to join a highly respected and well-established organisation within the construction machinery sector. This is a field-based position, offering a diverse and rewarding working environment with strong career development prospects.

Role Overview
As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for the diagnosis, servicing, and repair of construction machinery. The position involves direct interaction with customers and therefore requires a professional, customer-focused approach. You will work independently, supported by manufacturer training and a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:
· Diagnose, service, and repair a range of heavy plant machinery.
· Provide exceptional on-site customer service.
· Conduct fault-finding across hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
· Complete accurate service documentation and reporting.
· Liaise with the manufacturer for technical support.
· Uphold and promote the company's professional image.

Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will possess technical qualifications and proven experience within a relevant sector such as construction plant, HGV, or agricultural machinery.

Essential Criteria:
· NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Plant Engineering, Maintenance, or a related field.
· Practical experience with hydraulic systems, transmissions (manual and power shift), and CAN-bus electrical systems.
· Experience working on JCB machinery or equivalent is highly desirable.
· Full UK driving licence.
· Portfolio of relevant training and certification.
· Ability to work independently and professionally in a customer-facing role.

Remuneration and Benefits
· Competitive pay structure: hourly rate ranging from £12.31 to £21.71 based on technical grade.
· On-target earnings ranging from £34,500 to £60,000+.
· Regular overtime available (minimum 10 hours per week), paid at enhanced rates.
· Additional Southern area weighting for applicable locations (£1.00 per hour worked).
· Company van and fuel card (option for personal use).
· Tool allowance.
· 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with an additional day for every five years of service).
· Holiday pay inclusive of overtime (post-probation).
· Pension scheme.
· Company sick pay scheme.
· Life assurance (four times annual salary).
· Private medical and chiropractor treatment schemes.
· Employee assistance programme.
· Comprehensive manufacturer-led training and development.
· Call-out standby payments with guaranteed minimum overtime.
· Employee referral bonus scheme.
· Opportunity for a factory tour and VIP experience with the manufacturer.

Who Should Apply
This role is ideal for individuals who are technically capable, self-motivated, and committed to delivering high standards of service. You will take pride in resolving technical challenges and building strong customer relationships.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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