via reed · 29 May 2026 ·8 days ago

Field Service Engineer

Candidate Source Ltd
Basingstoke Full-time GBP 35,000 – 45,000
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About Us:
The Company located in Wokingham is a well-established, family-run business with 40 years’ experience in forklift trucks and materials handling solutions. We’ve built a strong reputation for delivering best in class service and a genuinely supportive team environment.

Now in our third generation, we’re investing in growth, modernisation and strengthening our field engineering team to support an expanding customer base across the south. We’re looking for a skilled, motivated, and forward-thinking Field Service Engineer to join our team and be part of our journey. This is an ideal role also for candidates based in Reading, Newbury, Farnborough, Guildford and Bracknell etc.

What We Offer


  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Company van and fuel card, with personal milage allowance

  • Door-to-door pay

  • On-going training and development opportunities, both in house and with manufacturers

  • Supportive, close knit team culture

  • 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with each year of service)

  • Company pension scheme and additional benefits

Key responsibilities as Field Service Engineer:
  • Service, maintain and repair a wide variety of forklift trucks and material handling equipment.

  • Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs to ensure equipment reliability and safety.

  • Respond to breakdowns and keep customer downtime to a minimum

  • Build strong relationships with customers through reliable, professional service

What we’re looking for in a Field Service Engineer:
  • Strong experience in field based mechanical and/or electrical engineering role, ideally within forklifts.

  • Thorough Examination (LOLER & PUWER) Certification highly desirable.

  • A self-motivated engineer with strong diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills.

  • A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.

  • Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds) are beneficial but experience and attitude matter most.

  • Must hold a valid UK driver’s licence.


To apply for this role as Field Service Engineer, please click apply online and upload an updated copy of your CV.

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