Field Service Engineer (Trainee)

Airport Placements; Wellington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a motivated Trainee Field Service Engineer in Wellington. You will work on waste processing equipment with full training provided, focusing on service and maintenance. Candidates must have a valid driving license and a desire to learn. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, including on-the-job training and opportunities for formal qualifications.

Benefits

22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

On-the-job training

Death in service policy at 4 times salary

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old due to driving license requirements.
• Valid driving license with a maximum of 6 points.
• No specific industry experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on waste processing equipment.
• Troubleshoot issues with hydraulics and electrics.
• Maintain communication with customers about future needs.

Skills

Interest in electrical systems

Willingness to learn

Physical ability to work in dirty environments

Job description

Overview

Position: Field Service Engineer (Trainee) - WELLINGTON HEAD OFFICE
Salary: Up to £30,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Field Service Engineer to join our client’s dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking to embark on a career in engineering, with a focus on waste processing equipment. If you have a passion for learning, enjoy working in hands-on environments, and are open to operating in less-than-clean settings, we encourage you to apply. Background in agricultural farming machinery or general machinery rebuilds experience is a bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Service & Maintenance
• Work on customers' waste processing equipment for both emergency call-outs and planned preventative maintenance.
• Maximise plant reliability through regular servicing and timely interventions.
• Perform fault finding and troubleshooting on hydraulics, electrics, conveyors, motors, gearboxes, and various recycling equipment.
• Assist in the installation of new machines at customer sites.
• Support all stages of machine builds and refurbishments.
• Ensure that all work complies with health and safety legislation.

• Customer Communication

• Maintain strong communication with customers to support their current needs.
• Proactively identify and discuss future equipment requirements with clients.

Requirements

• Age Requirement: Minimum age of 21 due to the requirement to drive company vehicles.
• Driving License: A valid driving license with a maximum of 6 points.
• Background: No specific industry experience required; however, candidates with an interest in electrical systems or relevant experience will be preferred.
• Willingness to Learn: A strong desire to learn and develop skills in a hands-on environment.
• Physical Ability: Capability to work in dirty environments and perform physical tasks as required.

Working Conditions

• Travel: Initial travel requirements will be less than experienced engineers, averaging around 2 weeks a month as you gain experience and proficiency.
• Supervision: During the training period, you will work alongside an experienced engineer until comfortable handling tasks independently.
• Timeline for Independence: The average time to reach an independent working level is approximately 3 months, subject to individual learning pace and training quality.

Training

• On-the-job training will be provided, along with support toward formal qualifications relevant to the field, which the company will finance.
• Death in service policy at 4 times your salary.
• 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional closure during Christmas.

For application, please submit your details as guided on the form.