Field Service Technician - North

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  • Basingstoke, Hampshire
  • £52,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
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FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - NORTH REGION (Manchester / Leeds Bradford Area)Salary: £42,000 - £52,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Company Van + BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, PermanentOur client, a market leader in Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Airfield Maintenance Equipment (AME), is expanding its UK operations and is seeking a Field Service Technician to cover the North Region, ideally based around the Manchester or Leeds Bradford airport hubs.Fortbrand is part of a long-established U.S.-based airport equipment group, with a strong and growing presence in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge airport equipment, with room to grow as we expand our northern operations.Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out planned maintenance and reactive repairs on airport-based GSE and AME
  • Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults
  • Conduct calibrations, fire system inspections, and (if certified) LOLER examinations
  • Provide technical support and liaise directly with customers
  • Ensure compliance with all safety and operational standards
About You
  • 5+ years' experience in repair and maintenance of GSE, HGVs, plant machinery, or materials handling equipment (preferred)
  • Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Able to provide a 5-year verifiable employment/education history
  • Based in or near the Manchester / Leeds Bradford area
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary (£42k-£52k+ DOE)
  • Paid travel time (home to home)
  • Overtime paid at time-and-a-half
  • Company van with specialist tools provided (basic hand tools required)
  • Ongoing technical training and support
  • Opportunities to grow with the business as the northern team expands
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • 8-hour shifts + overtime
Location:
  • Field-based, North Region (Manchester / Leeds Bradford and surrounding areas)

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