Senior Field Service Engineer

Job Title: Senior Field Service Engineer
Salary: £43,447 per annum
Hours: 47.5 hours per week (flexible, on-call required)
Location: Midlands/South (Nationwide travel)

Role Overview:
The Senior Field Service Engineer is responsible for maintaining and repairing client assets across various sites nationwide within the rail and related industries. The role requires extensive travel, a high level of technical expertise, and leadership skills to mentor junior staff and handle complex engineering tasks efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct scheduled maintenance and repairs on client assets within depots.
- Respond to reactive callouts as instructed by the Divisional Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Adhere to company policies, operational procedures, and safety standards.
- Complete and submit job sheets, PPM forms, and site reports daily.
- Act as the first point of contact for clients on-site, ensuring professional communication.
- Maintain a company vehicle, tools, PPE, and report any defects or incidents promptly.
- Participate in on-call duties, engineering meetings, and safety briefings.
- Lead and mentor junior engineers, signing off their work and providing technical guidance.
- Stay overnight when required, with accommodation arranged as per business needs.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols, including PPE, method statements, risk assessments, and emergency procedures.
- Maintain accurate records, including timesheets and maintenance documentation.

Qualifications & Competencies:
- Extensive engineering experience, preferably in the rail sector.
- Qualified and time-served in Electrical and Mechanical systems.
- Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification within three months of employment.
- Understanding of CWM, CET, and fuelling systems.
- Competent with the use of tools and equipment, and IT skills for reporting.
- Ability to work independently, lead jobs, and mentor junior staff.
- Willingness to undertake further training as required.
- Good communication skills, professional presentation, and adherence to safety standards.

Additional Requirements:
- Flexibility to work extended hours and be on-call.
- Ability to travel nationwide, with a preference for nearer sites when possible.
- Maintain a professional standard of PPE and vehicle condition.
- Ability to read and understand method statements, risk assessments, and WPP.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

For more information about this role and how to apply please contact Bradley Bayliss on or alternatively email your application to