Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Field Service Manager (Material Handling)
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Field Service Manager (Material Handling)
Field Service Manager (Material Handling)
£48,000 - £52,000 + Overtime + Door-to-Door Pay + Bonus + Training + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card
Reading
Are you a Senior Field Service Engineer or Engineering Supervisor looking to step into a leadership role while still remaining hands-on, with excellent earning potential and real influence over a small engineering team?
On offer is a unique opportunity to join a growing materials handling business in a hybrid role combining technical expertise with team leadership. You will spend the majority of your time in the field (around 70%), while also mentoring engineers, supporting complex diagnostics, and helping drive team performance.
Due to continued growth, the company is exploring the addition of a Technical Specialist / Team Leader to support a small regional team and enhance technical capability across key customer sites.
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This role would suit an experienced Field Service Engineer from a plant, forklift, or similar background who is confident with advanced diagnostics and is looking to take the next step into leadership without losing the hands-on element of the role.
The Role:
- Service, maintenance, and repair of forklifts and materials handling equipment
- Diagnose complex faults across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electronic systems
- Provide technical support and guidance to a team of 3-4 Field Engineers
- Act as the escalation point for advanced diagnostics and recurring issues
- Manage your own customer base, including servicing schedules and breakdowns
- Support team performance, workload planning, and first-time fix rates
The Person:
- Senior Field Service Engineer or Technical Specialist background
- Experience working on plant, forklifts, or similar equipment
- Full UK driving licence
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If you are a Senior Engineer, Lead Engineer, Technical Specialist, or Field Service Engineer looking to progress into a Team Leader role, apply now.
Keywords: Technical Specialist, Team Leader, Senior Field Service Engineer, Forklift Engineer, Plant Engineer, Service Engineer, Mobile Engineer, Materials Handling
Reference: BBBH 25132
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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