Electronics Field Service Engineer (270lw) – Swindon -
M4 - M5 Corridor - £30,000-£35,000 + Overtime + Benefits
We’re recruiting a Field Service
Engineer for a leading technology company specialising in life-saving safety
systems that has a fantastic work culture. Full product training is provided –
what matters most is your technical foundation (electronics, electrical,
communications OR similar) and your willingness to get hands-on in the field.
What you’ll be doing -
Service, calibrate, and repair
electronic detection equipment.
Carry out proactive maintenance,
troubleshooting, and commissioning on customer sites.
Support team members on larger,
multi-engineer jobs.
Deliver user training (once
experienced).
Ensure accurate service reports,
RAMs, and documentation (training provided).
Manage van stock and equipment so
customers always receive a first-time fix where possible.
Cover Swindon / M4 / M5 Corridor area
primarily, with occasional travel to other sites.
What we’re looking for -
HNC/HND in Electronics, Electrical
Engineering or equivalent is preferred (or strong hands-on technical background
gained in Service) – Full product training provided by the client
It’s desirable to have experience in
field service, equipment repair, commissioning, or installation but it’s not
essential.
Confident using test equipment (e.g.,
multimeters).
Good communication skills – written
and verbal – able to engage with customers.
Full UK driving licence. -
Comfortable with a physically active
role (ladders, confined spaces, etc).
Ex-military backgrounds especially
welcome (e.g. REME, Avionics, Comms, Marine Engineering, Weapons Tech,
RAF/Electrical, Submariner Technicians, etc).
If you are unsure whether you meet
all the requirements, we encourage you to still apply and discuss it further,
as our client promotes a diverse and inclusive work environment. You may be
just the right candidate for either this role or upcoming roles.
What’s in it for you -
Base salary - £30-£35k + paid
overtime (uncapped - often taking total earnings higher).
Paid travel time.
Company van, fuel, and expenses card.
Excellent pension (up to 10.5%
matched).
Company share scheme.
Health cash plan, eyecare, life
insurance.
25 days holiday + birthday off +
option to buy more.
14 weeks paid maternity, paternity,
adoption leave
Ongoing training and development –
including industry-standard qualifications.
This role suits hands-on problem
solvers with military engineering backgrounds who enjoy variety, teamwork, and
being customer-facing. If you’ve worked with complex systems (communications,
avionics, sensors, radar, weapons, marine, power, or similar), you’ll have
transferable skills to succeed.
If you are interested in applying,
please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal opportunity for you, to Liz
Walsh at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd or by email to liz@ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/8193/electronics-field-service-engineer