Field Service Technician - South

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN - NORTH REGION (Manchester / Leeds Bradford Area)

Salary: £42,000 - £52,000 (DOE) + Overtime + Company Van + Benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our 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)