Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Portsmouth | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer with a background in satellite communications, networking, telecommunications or maritime technology?

We're supporting a leading global technology organisation who deliver critical communications, networking and satellite solutions to commercial, government and defence customers worldwide. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their Portsmouth operation.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced satellite communication and data communication systems supporting a diverse customer base across the maritime, government and defence sectors.

The Opportunity

As a Field Service Engineer, you'll be responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of specialist communications equipment both on-site and in the field.

You'll work directly with customers, ensuring critical systems remain operational while delivering a first-class level of technical support.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, testing and commissioning of communications equipment
• Conducting field service activities and fault finding
• Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance
• Preparing and configuring equipment prior to deployment
• Producing detailed technical reports and service documentation
• Supporting workshop repair and build activities when required
• Maintaining company equipment, tools and spares inventory
• Delivering exceptional customer service during site visits
• Conducting GMDSS surveys where required

What We're Looking For

• Experience within Field Service, Telecommunications, Satcom, Datacoms or Networking environments
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience with satellite communications or maritime communications systems would be advantageous
• Excellent customer-facing communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willingness to travel regularly as part of the role
• Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC)

Desirable Experience

• VSAT systems
• Inmarsat, Iridium, Intellian, Cobham or Sailor equipment
• GMDSS systems
• RF communications
• Maritime communications environments
• Defence or government communications projects
• Networking technologies including LAN/WAN infrastructure

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Matched pension contributions up to 7.5%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free on-site parking
• Career development opportunities
• Exposure to cutting-edge communications technologies
• Work with a globally recognised engineering organisation