Field Service Engineer - Water Purification

Job Title: Field Service Engineer – Water Purification
Location: Home-Based (Birmingham & Midlands Region)
Salary: £35,000+ DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a well-established water purification business, supporting clients across the Birmingham area and wider Midlands region. This is a home-based role, typically covering a 65–100 mile radius, with the M5/M42 corridor forming the core area of operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking for a regional role with reduced long-distance travel, while still working on a wide range of water treatment systems. Occasional support may be required for other regions during holiday cover.

Key Responsibilities:

* Installation, commissioning, servicing, and fault-finding on water purification equipment

* Working on systems including Reverse Osmosis (RO), De-ionisation (DI/EDI), Water Softeners, Filtration systems, pumps, tanks, and pure water ring mains

* Carrying out planned maintenance and reactive breakdown support

* Ensuring all work is completed to customer specifications and industry standards

* Completing service reports and maintaining accurate documentation

* Providing a high level of customer service on-site

Requirements:

* Proven experience within water treatment / water purification

* Strong working knowledge of RO, DI/EDI, softeners, filtration, and associated equipment

* Experience with pumps, tanks, or pipework systems is advantageous

* Ability to work independently in a field-based role

* Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

* Full UK driving licence

* Flexible approach to regional travel and occasional wider support

Package & Benefits:

* Salary from £35,000+ depending on experience

* Company vehicle

* Company phone

* Pension scheme

* 25 days holiday + bank holidays

* Ongoing training and development

* Full PPE and uniform provided

* Structured career progression

* Bonus opportunities and travel/time incentives (where applicable)

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