Field Service Engineer – Ground Support Equipment
3 Days Old
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a leading provider of ground support equipment and services to the aviation and transportation industry. This is a customer-facing, hands-on role that combines technical expertise with travel and problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
Location
The ideal candidate will be based within a commutable radius of Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, or Biggin Hill, with occasional travel across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Role Overview
As a Field Service Engineer, you will provide best-in-class support for ground support equipment, delivering commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and training to end users. You will act as a trusted technical partner, ensuring customers receive high-quality service and solutions that keep their operations running efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Travel to customer sites to commission new equipment, carry out warranty and repair work, deliver training, and complete service upgrades.
- Provide telephone troubleshooting and technical support to customers.
- Identify additional service opportunities such as parts kits, inspections, refurbishments, or training.
- Document all work thoroughly, including service reports, defect records, and expense submissions.
- Liaise with internal engineering teams, vendors, and regional service offices to resolve technical issues.
- Contribute to the development of service procedures, work aids, and training materials.
- Maintain compliance with all company policies, safety procedures, and quality standards.
Requirements
- Technical, vocational, or military training in an electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience with electrical/mechanical/hydraulic systems.
- Valid driver’s licence and passport, with the ability to travel extensively (sometimes at short notice).
- Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve design or operational discrepancies.
- Confident in using relevant tools, diagnostic equipment, and lifting/handling devices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good English skills; additional languages are an advantage.
- Experience in the aviation ground support or related equipment sectors.
- Strong safety awareness and willingness to challenge unsafe practices.
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Engineering and Supply Chain
Industries
- Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Military and International Affairs
- Location:
- England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £80,000 - £100,000
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Engineering