Field Service Technician

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment manufacturer is seeking a Field Service Technician to provide on-site service support in Manchester. The ideal candidate will hold a mechanical engineering apprenticeship and possess proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time role involves regular travel to customer sites across the UK and offers a range of benefits including medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension Plan

Income Protection

Life Assurance

Personal Accident Coverage

Dental Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Partner Life Assurance

Critical Illness Cover

Retail Vouchers

Gym Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical systems desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support for service maintenance.
• Prepare and approve work packs for service team.
• Perform mechanical completion checks and testing.
• Compile detailed technical reports on customer equipment.
• Deliver after-sales support and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Document work accurately using Microsoft Office.

Skills

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship

Proficient at interpreting engineering drawings

Experience with installation and maintenance

Understanding of industry standards

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

C&G, NVQ LEVEL 3 OR ABOVE, ONC, HNC

Job description

NOV Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Join to apply for the Field Service Technician role at NOV. The Field Service Technician will join our Service Team in Manchester, reporting to the Service Manager. The role involves maintaining customer equipment on-site and supporting workshop activities for aftermarket service operations. The ideal candidate will be based in Manchester or surrounding areas; when not on client sites, the role is based at our main service facility in Middleton. You will primarily work at customer sites across the UK and overseas, providing installation, commissioning, servicing, and maintenance support. Emphasis is on mechanical systems—including pumps, rotating equipment, vacuum, and pressure systems—and you will drive process improvements while maintaining strong customer relations and managing your schedule to maximize productivity.

NOV is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of equipment and components used in oil and gas drilling and production, industrial and renewable energy sectors. Our Manchester site fosters innovation, collaboration, and excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support for service maintenance and workshop tasks.
• Prepare and approve work packs for service team activities.
• Perform mechanical completion checks, factory acceptance tests, electrical function/loop checks, and leak/pressure testing.
• Compile detailed technical reports on customer equipment.
• Deliver after-sales support, including inspections, spare part identification, and technical advice.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation using Microsoft Office tools.
• Travel daily to customer sites as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Required - Recognised mechanical engineering apprenticeship (C&G, NVQ LEVEL 3 OR ABOVE, ONC, HNC).
• Desirable - Proficient at interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Desirable - Experience with installation, commissioning, and maintenance of mechanical/electrical systems.
• Desirable - Understanding of industry standards and wastewater procedures.
• Required - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Why Join Us

Join Our Global Family. We are a purpose-driven company focused on growth, collaboration, and delivering value to customers. NOV offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop your career and be part of a global team.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Pension Plan
• Income Protection
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Coverage
• Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Partner Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Retail Vouchers
• Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Travel Insurance

About Us

Every day, the oil and gas industry’s best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success. We Power the Industry that Powers the World. Our global family works to provide the technical expertise and support necessary for success—now and in the future.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Oil and Gas