Field Service Engineer Salary: Starting from £35,000 (DOE)
Location: Dorset
Employment type: Fixed-term contract
If youre a practical Field Service Engineer with a solid electrical or electronic background, this role gives you the chance to support specialist military training systems across key UK sites.
Youll work hands-on with the equipment, keep it running safely, and be the person instructors rely on when training is underway.
What the Field Service Engineer will be doing
- Providing day-to-day technical support for gunnery training systems at Tidworth and Lulworth.
- Assisting instructors and users during training sessions and ensuring the kit is operating safely.
- Travelling to additional UK sites for scheduled maintenance, call-outs, and system checks.
- Completing clear and accurate maintenance reports, service logs, and associated paperwork.
- Working safely, following established procedures, and keeping a tidy approach to the job.
What youll need as a Field Service Engineer
- A recognised electrical/electronic qualification or evidence of being a suitably qualified and experienced engineer.
- Strong electro-mechanical fault-finding skills.
- Confident with Word, Excel, and producing straightforward technical reports.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Ability to obtain Security Clearance (essential).
- Ex-military experience such as Gunner Mechanic, Electrical Mechanic or REME Gun Fitter is useful but not essential.
What the Field Service Engineer gets in return
- Starting salary from £35,000, depending on experience.
- 37.5-hour working week.
- 25 days annual leave.
- Other benefits apply
If youre a Field Service Engineer who takes pride in reliable, steady engineering work with real purpose behind it, this role is well worth a look.
Apply directly or contact Kate Taylor at Holt Engineering ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Weymouth,England
Start: 05/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-05 12:07:08
Quality Engineer
Weymouth, Dorset
Quality Engineer Salary: £35k - £40k
Play a key role in driving quality, compliance, and improvement within a world-class precision manufacturer.
Were working with a highly respected aerospace engineering company based in Dorset, known for producing complex precision components and assemblies to the highest standards.
Theyre now looking for an experienced Quality Engineer to strengthen their quality department and support continuous improvement across the business.
As a Quality Engineer, youll be the go-to person for all things quality, from internal audits and customer reviews to supporting MRB, RCCA, and process improvement initiatives.
Youll work closely with the Quality Manager, customers, and production teams to ensure everything leaving the site meets both AS9100 requirements and customer expectations.
Day-to-day as a Quality Engineer, youll:
- Support and maintain compliance with AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements
- Lead and support root cause analysis, MRB, and corrective actions
- Review and interpret First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
- Act as a key contact for quality matters both internally and externally
- Drive waste and variation reduction using lean and six sigma principles
- Participate in audits, customer reviews, and business improvement workshops
- Help develop and implement standard processes across departments
- Promote and embed a culture of continuous improvement
What were looking for in a Quality Engineer:
- Proven experience as a Quality Engineer within aerospace or other precision engineering sectors
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings
- Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001, and ideally NADCAP
- Experience with auditing, inspection techniques, and problem-solving tools
- HNC or professional qualification in a relevant discipline
- Lead auditor training or certification would be advantageous
- Confident communicator with strong analytical and decision-making skills
What youll get:
- Salary around the £35,000 mark, depending on experience
- The chance to work on high-end aerospace projects within a forward-thinking business
- A collaborative culture that values professional development and continuous improvement
If youre a Quality Engineer looking to take ownership of quality initiatives and play a big part in a companys ongoing success, this ones for you.
Call Hayden at Holt Engineering on 07955 081 482. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Weymouth,England
Start: 02/01/2026
Salary / Rate: £35000 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-01-02 12:08:04
