Field Service Engineer
Posted 2 days ago
- Chelmsford, Essex
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
Andy File Associates Limited is working as a Recruitment Agency on behalf of our client with regards this permanent position of Field Service Engineer
Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Reporting to : Field Service Supervisor
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000
Based: From home covering Chelmsford and surrounding area
Our client is a leading manufacturer of mobile folding furniture, providing versatile and high-quality solutions for events, schools, offices, and other spaces where flexibility and efficient use of space are key. Their products include folding tables, chairs, and other mobile furniture designed for easy storage, transport, and deployment. They are looking for a dedicated and skilled Service Engineer to join their team and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of our innovative furniture solutions.
Job summary:
To perform as a member of the Field Service Team, to visit customer premises within the designated geographical region but not restricted to. The role is to achieve servicing, repairs, inspections and other reasonable tasks upon request.
Key accountabilities:
Deliver excellent customer experience
Attend sites as required and in order of the schedule provided, unless agreed with
Field Service Supervisor or Customer Experience Manager
Carry out annual servicing of all products
Fulfil repairs with stock from vehicle
Writing up of repairs or replacement and take images as and when required
Carry out inspections as requested
Look after and maintain company equipment including vehicle to the required standards
Complete a Kanban form weekly with required parts and if none required this will need to be submitted stating this
Receive stock to your home address which is the address you operate from as per your contract
Load all stock onto your vehicle after delivery
Maintain adequate stock on your vehicle for you to fulfil your role to the required standard
Manage the balance of maintenance work to ensure it is kept to a minimum
Maintain accurate paperwork via laptop including time sheets, job sheets, stock paperwork
Work with the scheduling department to deliver an efficient, effective schedule of work
Check schedules and report any ideas to help make the schedule as efficient as possible 2 weeks in advance
Work with the scheduling team to achieve monthly shipment goals as forecasted
Follow departmental and company processes and procedures
Cover for other team members when required
Work with service sales and RSMs to identify leads
Contribute to building relationships with other areas of the business to support the overall business objectives
Experience required:
Experience with the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical or structural products (experience with furniture is a plus).
Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of tools and equipment used for assembling and repairing furniture.
Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical or product-related issues quickly
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused attitude
Ability to explain technical details to non-technical customers in an easy-to-understand manner
The role involves manual handling and assembly of furniture, requiring physical strength and stamina
Strong attention to detail, especially when assembling products or diagnosing issues.
Driving License:A valid drivers license is required, as travel to customer sites is an essential part of the job.
Experience in a service engineer or field technician role.
Previous experience in furniture manufacturing or installation, maintenance is an advantage.
Package and further details:
Engineers typically work alone however there is sometimes the need for 2-man jobs
Normal travel up to 2 hours to jobs depending on the area
(if over 2 hours away then a Premier Inn is provided for the night and meals included)
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000
Hours : 42 hours normally between 7am 6pm
Overtime: is paid at time and a half
Petrol Allowance: All fuel is paid/ issued with a fuel card to use at petrol stations
Van provided
Package: 20 days holiday plus stats rises to 25 days plus stats after 3 years
Pension scheme: 3% employer contribution after 3 months
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Job Title: Field Service Engineer
Reporting to : Field Service Supervisor
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000
Based: From home covering Chelmsford and surrounding area
Our client is a leading manufacturer of mobile folding furniture, providing versatile and high-quality solutions for events, schools, offices, and other spaces where flexibility and efficient use of space are key. Their products include folding tables, chairs, and other mobile furniture designed for easy storage, transport, and deployment. They are looking for a dedicated and skilled Service Engineer to join their team and support the installation, maintenance, and repair of our innovative furniture solutions.
Job summary:
To perform as a member of the Field Service Team, to visit customer premises within the designated geographical region but not restricted to. The role is to achieve servicing, repairs, inspections and other reasonable tasks upon request.
Key accountabilities:
Deliver excellent customer experience
Attend sites as required and in order of the schedule provided, unless agreed with
Field Service Supervisor or Customer Experience Manager
Carry out annual servicing of all products
Fulfil repairs with stock from vehicle
Writing up of repairs or replacement and take images as and when required
Carry out inspections as requested
Look after and maintain company equipment including vehicle to the required standards
Complete a Kanban form weekly with required parts and if none required this will need to be submitted stating this
Receive stock to your home address which is the address you operate from as per your contract
Load all stock onto your vehicle after delivery
Maintain adequate stock on your vehicle for you to fulfil your role to the required standard
Manage the balance of maintenance work to ensure it is kept to a minimum
Maintain accurate paperwork via laptop including time sheets, job sheets, stock paperwork
Work with the scheduling department to deliver an efficient, effective schedule of work
Check schedules and report any ideas to help make the schedule as efficient as possible 2 weeks in advance
Work with the scheduling team to achieve monthly shipment goals as forecasted
Follow departmental and company processes and procedures
Cover for other team members when required
Work with service sales and RSMs to identify leads
Contribute to building relationships with other areas of the business to support the overall business objectives
Experience required:
Experience with the installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical or structural products (experience with furniture is a plus).
Strong mechanical aptitude and knowledge of tools and equipment used for assembling and repairing furniture.
Excellent troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve mechanical or product-related issues quickly
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused attitude
Ability to explain technical details to non-technical customers in an easy-to-understand manner
The role involves manual handling and assembly of furniture, requiring physical strength and stamina
Strong attention to detail, especially when assembling products or diagnosing issues.
Driving License:A valid drivers license is required, as travel to customer sites is an essential part of the job.
Experience in a service engineer or field technician role.
Previous experience in furniture manufacturing or installation, maintenance is an advantage.
Package and further details:
Engineers typically work alone however there is sometimes the need for 2-man jobs
Normal travel up to 2 hours to jobs depending on the area
(if over 2 hours away then a Premier Inn is provided for the night and meals included)
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000
Hours : 42 hours normally between 7am 6pm
Overtime: is paid at time and a half
Petrol Allowance: All fuel is paid/ issued with a fuel card to use at petrol stations
Van provided
Package: 20 days holiday plus stats rises to 25 days plus stats after 3 years
Pension scheme: 3% employer contribution after 3 months
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