Service engineer

Service Engineer - UK Wide

Private & Confidential | CNC Machine Tools

About the Opportunity

An established engineering business specialising in CNC machine tools is looking to recruit a Field Service Engineer to support its growing customer base across the UK.

The business supplies advanced CNC machine tools to a wide range of manufacturing sectors, including:

• Aerospace

• Power generation

• Motorsport

• Oil and gas

• Medical

• Automotive

• Precision component manufacturing

With a reputation built on the quality, reliability and performance of its equipment, the business places significant importance on the service and technical support it provides to customers.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a growing service department in a customer-facing role, carrying out maintenance, fault-finding and repairs while helping maintain high standards of service.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out scheduled maintenance on CNC machine tools in line with established servicing standards.

• Travelling to customer sites across the UK to service, diagnose faults and repair machinery.

• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with customers.

• Providing technical support and guidance relating to CNC machine tools and their operation.

• Ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed.

• Keeping up to date with new machine tools, control systems and technical developments through ongoing training.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Engineering HNC and a recognised Modern Apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience.

• A minimum of three years' post-apprenticeship experience in a maintenance-based engineering role.

• Strong mechanical and electrical fitting skills.

• Knowledge of one or more CNC control systems, such as Fanuc, Siemens or Heidenhain.

• Good verbal and written communication skills.

• IT literacy, including the use of PCs, mobile devices and email.

• A customer-focused approach and the ability to work independently in a field-based role.

What's on Offer?

• Highly competitive salary.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Company vehicle.

• Life assurance.

• Private health insurance.

• Access to gym and retailer discounts.

• Additional benefits through the company's employee benefits scheme.

• Ongoing technical training and development opportunities.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the right to work and reside in the UK.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Candidates must be available to attend an in-person interview at the employer's offices in Leamington Spa.

To apply or find out more, please contact Optima UK for a confidential discussion.