Field Service Engineer

Job Description:

Company: Pertemps Technical and Engineering
Location: United Kingdom
Position: Field Service Engineer
Salary: £34,895-£38,300 ( overtime and bonus available )
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Company Overview:
Pertemps Technical and Engineering is partnered with a leading UK provider of generator hire solutions, delivering reliable and sustainable power to sectors including construction, electrical contracting, utilities, and more. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction and operational excellence, we are a trusted partner in the industry.

Job Purpose:
We are looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join the Service Department. You will maintain and repair both customer-owned diesel generators and our rental fleet, while providing excellent service to clients. This role requires strong technical skills, a customer-focused approach, and collaboration across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Planned Maintenance & Service: Carry out routine servicing and maintenance on diesel generators.
• Service & Repairs: Diagnose faults and repair generators promptly to minimize downtime.
• Site Surveys: Conduct surveys to assess service needs and maintenance requirements.
• On-Call Duty: Participate in on-call rota to support clients outside standard hours.
• Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to all Health & Safety policies and ISO standards (9001, 45001, 14001, 50001). Maintain clean, organized workspaces and vehicles.

Skills and Experience:

• Relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant Maintenance (City & Guilds, BTEC) or completed apprenticeship.
• Proven experience servicing and repairing generators (FG Wilson, Cummins, or similar).
• Strong fault-finding and communication skills.
• Previous field service experience advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Customer-focused with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• ECS/CSCS or CCNSG card preferred (training available if required).

Overtime Rates:

• Monday to Friday: Standard time 8am–5pm, Time & Half 5pm–Midnight, Double Time 12am–4am
• Saturdays: Time & Half 4am–Midnight, Double Time 12am–4am
• Sundays & Bank Holidays: All hours paid at Double Time

Additional Information:

• DBS checks and satisfactory references required.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• 23 days holiday per year (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Private health and life assurance schemes
• Excellent development and progression opportunities

If you are interested in this role, please apply online or for further information or contact Pertemps Bristol Technical team and speak to James Guyatt or Abigail Attwood