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Field Service Engineer
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Field Service Engineer
Home-Based (Travel Across the UK)
Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and overnight work 8:30am - 4:30pm
PROFILE:
W Talent is proud to be supporting a market-leading engineering company specialising in process weighing systems and industrial instrumentation. With a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence, they are now looking to expand their aftermarket team with the addition of a Field Service Engineer.
The Role:
As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for the calibration, commissioning, installation, and maintenance of on-site process weighing systems and other instrumentation. This is a home-based, field-based position requiring daily travel to customer sites, with occasional overnight stays and weekend availability.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform scheduled calibrations, breakdown repairs, and commissioning of weighing and measurement systems
* Calibrate temperature controllers & probes, pressure gauges, pH & conductivity probes
* Install and calibrate in-line belt weighing and boiler leak detection systems
* Complete detailed service call reports and calibration certificates before leaving site
* Conduct off-site repair of scales and balances
* Ensure all work complies with company HSE policies and procedures
* Attend training and assist with final assembly and testing at HQ when required
* Support colleagues in the field where necessary
Key Requirements:
Qualifications:
* Time-served engineer (Essential)
* ONC or equivalent in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (Essential)
* HNC in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (Desirable)
Experience:
* Hands-on experience in field service roles, ideally in process weighing and temperature calibration
* Familiarity with working in food hygiene or industrial environments
* Ability to work independently and under pressure
* Willingness to travel across the UK with regular overnight stays
Skills:
o Fault-finding and troubleshooting of weighing and measurement systems
o Calibration of various instrumentation, including temperature, pressure, and pH probes
o Knowledge of platforms, balances, silos, and process control systems
Attributes:
o Self-motivated and able to work independently
o Strong customer focus with excellent communication skills
o Confident, diplomatic, and ethical when dealing with clients and colleagues
o Team player with a proactive attitude
o Safety-conscious with a commitment to quality and compliance
What's on offer:
* Salry including door to door + OT = £45k -£55k
* Opportunity to work with cutting-edge industrial technology
* Company van or car
* Company credit card
* 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Ongoing training and professional development
* A varied role with national travel and technical challenges
* Supportive team environment and strong company cultureBefore You Apply
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