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Job Title: Field Service Manager
Location: Watford(Office-based with nationwide operational oversight)
Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle + Benefits

Overview:

We are currently seeking an experienced Field Service Manager to lead and develop a UK-wide team of Service Engineers supporting a large installed base of industrial equipment for our client.

This is a senior operational leadership role responsible for the effective management, deployment and performance of a national field engineering team. The role plays a vital part in ensuring customers receive reliable, high-quality service support while maintaining strong operational standards and driving continuous improvement.

You will combine technical understanding, people leadership and operational discipline to ensure service activities are delivered safely, efficiently and professionally across the UK.

As a member of the management team, you will contribute to operational strategy and play a key role in supporting the ongoing growth and performance of the service division.

The Role:

The Field Service Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of a team of approximately 16–18 home-based Service Engineers, ensuring engineering resources are deployed effectively and service activities are delivered to the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing the UK Field Service Engineering team
• Ensuring effective deployment of engineers based on skills, availability and customer requirements
• Managing and supporting the Service Scheduler to optimise engineer utilisation
• Monitoring operational performance, service KPIs and delivery standards
• Ensuring timely and accurate completion of service reports and work orders
• Providing technical support and escalation for complex service issues
• Promoting and maintaining safe working practices and advising on health and safety matters
• Managing engineer performance, development and training plans
• Supporting customer relationships and responding to service-related queries or concerns
• Collaborating closely with internal teams including Sales, Projects and Service Coordination
• Driving continuous improvement in service processes, systems and operational performance

Person Specification:

• This role would suit an experienced field service leader or senior engineering manager with a strong technical background and a track record of managing distributed engineering teams.
• You will be comfortable balancing people leadership, operational oversight and customer engagement, with the ability to organise and prioritise work across a geographically dispersed team.
• We are looking for someone who can bring structure, professionalism and operational focus to a growing service organisation.

Key experience and attributes include:

• Proven experience in field service management or senior engineering supervision
• Strong technical background in industrial plant, process equipment or mechanical systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate and develop engineering teams
• Strong organisational and operational management skills
• Experience monitoring and improving service performance and engineer utilisation

Professional communication skills when working with engineers, customers and internal teams

A structured, disciplined and proactive management approach

Confidence using digital service management and reporting systems

Location:

• This role is primarily office-based, with responsibility for a nationwide field engineering team. Occasional UK travel may be required to support operational or customer needs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle
• Opportunity to lead and shape a growing national service team
• A senior role within the operational management structure
• Long-term career development within an established engineering business

If you are a strong technical leader with experience managing field service teams and are looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a growing service operation, we would welcome your application.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

High Voltage Battery Engineer

Location: North West
Salary: Competitive Salary + overtime
Permanent Role

Overview:

We’re looking for a hands-on High Voltage Battery Engineer to work with EV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in real-world, safety-critical environments.

This is a site-based engineering role, focused on diagnosing, repairing, dismantling, and safely handling high-voltage lithium-ion battery systems (400V–1000V+ DC). You’ll act as the HV technical authority on site, ensuring work is carried out safely, compliantly, and to a high technical standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose, repair, dismantle, and rework HV lithium-ion battery packs (EV & BESS)
• Perform HV isolation, discharge, testing, and fault-finding
• Identify issues at cell, module, pack, and BMS level
• Support site-based assessment, remediation, commissioning support, and decommissioning activities
• Act as HV technical lead on site, ensuring RAMS and safe systems of work are followed
• Write, review, and implement RAMS for HV battery activities
• Produce technical reports, repair records, and battery condition assessments
• Support continuous improvement of HV battery handling and dismantling processes

Essential Experience & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience with high-voltage lithium-ion battery systems
• Practical experience with EV batteries and/or BESS
• Proven background in HV battery diagnosis, repair, or dismantling
• Experience working under formal HV safety rules and permit-to-work systems
• Strong understanding of:
• Lithium-ion battery architecture (cell/module/pack)
• Battery Management Systems (BMS)
• HV isolation, testing, and fault-finding
• Confident writing and implementing RAMS
• Comfortable working in site-based, safety-critical environments

Desirable:

• Strong BESS exposure
• HV Authorised Person (AP) or equivalent
• Experience in recycling or end-of-life battery processing

Package:

• Competitive Salary
• Overtime available
• Pension scheme
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Ongoing HV training and professional development
• Access to a company vehicle

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)
Jersey, Channel Islands

Competitive Salary and Relocation Package

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for our client for an experienced Principal Electrical Design Engineer that will act as the senior technical authority for electrical building services design.

This is an exciting role working on the island of Jersey and will be involved in designing, managing, and supervising electrical building services projects. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership, design assurance, and expert technical input across complex projects, supporting commercial performance, client relationships, and the development of engineers within the team.

This senior technical position maintains high technical standards, ensures compliance with statutory and industry requirements, and contributes to sustainable growth and reputation. The role is a key step toward Associate Director or Director-level positions, influencing project outcomes and shaping the technical direction of the business.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Act as design authority for electrical engineering across multiple projects and sectors.
• Lead, undertake, and review complex electrical designs including LV/HV systems, lighting, emergency lighting, power distribution, standby generation, UPS, earthing, lightning protection, and specialist systems.
• Set and maintain technical standards, specifications, and design procedures aligned with CIBSE, IET, British Standards, and relevant statutory requirements, including local bylaws.
• Provide technical direction during feasibility, concept, detailed design, and construction stages.
• Conduct independent technical reviews, surveys/audits, progress monitoring, snagging and dilapidation inspections, and peer reviews of project outputs; prepare concise written reports.
• Resolve complex technical issues and provide expert advice internally and externally.
• Lead project delivery teams to ensure electrical design outputs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Contribute to project planning, resource forecasting, and risk management from an electrical discipline perspective.
• Identify and manage technical and commercial risks associated with electrical systems.
• Provide technical input into fee proposals, bids, and scopes of service, including defining deliverables and assumptions. Support change control processes for scope variations.
• Act as a senior technical interface with clients, architects, contractors, and statutory authorities.
• Lead or support technical workshops, design reviews, and value engineering exercises.
• Mentor and coach engineers across all levels; support development toward MIET and Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.
• Promote a culture of quality, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Implement Health and Safety risk assessments and method statements.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, regulatory changes, and industry best practices through regular Continued Professional Development (CPD).

Experience, Knowledge, Qualifications & Training:

Skills:

• Flexible, proactive approach and strong team member
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong project management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with Dialux, 2D AutoCAD, 3D Revit BIM, Amtech, EOM, and other relevant specialist software
• Clean driving license

Level of Experience:

• 15+ years of industry experience as an electrical design engineer
• Proven experience in end-to-end project delivery

Qualifications & Training:

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Member of the Institution of Engineering & Technology (MIET) and/or Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers (MCIBSE)
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) registration

Other Qualities:

• Professional, approachable, diplomatic, tactful
• Collaborative team player
• Insightful, self-aware, and relationship-oriented

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Machinist /Fitter

Kidderminster

Competitive Salary

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for a Skilled Machinist/Fitter to work for our client at their facility in Kidderminster, the role is responsible for undertaking machining duties in line with quality standards and best engineering practices. The role ensures activities are carried out efficiently to meet delivery requirements and may include supporting peripheral activities such as assembly and packing.

Reporting & Relationships:

• Reports directly to the Works Manager or Production Planning Manager.
• Liaises with all internal departments as necessary.
• Participates proactively in internal and external quality audits.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Fully commit to achieving company policies and objectives, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Carry out duties safely, efficiently, economically, and effectively.
• Ensure workshop equipment, machinery, and tools are maintained according to planned schedules and are safe to use.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained and competent to perform delegated tasks in line with quality and safety standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping and organization of the working area.
• Recommend improvements to existing working practices where appropriate.
• Advise on renewal or replacement of plant and equipment as needed.
• Maintain adequate levels of production consumables.
• Obtain approval from senior management for any expenditure commitments.
• Demonstrate safe working practices at all times for both internal staff and visitors.
• Display flexibility and a positive approach to tasks as required.
• Follow reasonable instructions and tasks from senior personnel, in line with job responsibilities and company objectives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience operating machinery such as vertical/horizontal borers, lathes, and drilling machines.
• Maths and English GCSE grade 4/5 (or equivalent) preferred but not essential.

Key Competencies:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional personal presentation.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Initiative and proactive approach.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to health and safety practices.

Benefit:

• Performance-related bonus.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Life insurance (death in service).
• 23 days holiday (19 floating, 4 fixed) + additional service days, bank holidays, and birthday leave (after two years of service).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Free eye tests and contribution towards lenses/spectacles for VDU users, if applicable.
• Company-sponsored social events.
• Corporate gym discounts.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.