Technical Field Engineer 5872

Technical Field Engineer

Location: Bristol and surrounding areas
Hours: Fulltime, Permanent
Must have a valid UK driving licence and be comfortable with working long hours, away from home
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per annum

Our client is looking for an Engineer to join their team. As an Engineer you will be responsible for deploying and supporting temporary networks and POS/payment systems at events. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills, experience in the events industry, and the ability to lead and manage event teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities of a Technical Field Engineer

• Execute technical setups for events while adhering to Event Pack and budget guidelines.
• Install EPOS/PDQ systems in temporary locations and provide training for both internal and external users.
• Ensure all deployed solutions are PCI compliant and thoroughly tested before the event.
• Provide on-site technical support to quickly diagnose and resolve any issues that arise.
• Install both fiber and copper cabling and deploy Wi-Fi connectivity as required.
• Oversee the breakdown and secure storage of equipment following the event.
• Maintain all tools and equipment in an organised manner, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards.
• Communicate clearly with clients and end-users about system performance.
• Monitor and report on system performance during events to ensure optimal operation.
• Promptly escalate technical and operational issues to your line manager.
• Perform workshop-based equipment maintenance during periods when no events are taking place.
• Consider and implement sustainable solutions to reduce environmental impact.

Key Skills of a Technical Field Engineer

• Knowledge of deploying and managing wired and Wi-Fi networks, with experience in Layer 2, CAT-5 cabling, crimping, fibre, PoE, and IP networking would be desirable.
• Strong technical problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent planning, time management, and the ability to meet challenging deadlines.
• Must be comfortable with working long hours, away from home
• Experience in the events industry, with a solid understanding of site-based work and safe practices.
• Flexibility to work unsociable hours, including weekends and long days.
• Full UK driving license (no more than 6 points).
• Understanding of PSTN, VoIP, and cross-platform integration would be desirable.

To be considered for this role, please email your CV to katie.tyrrell@first-base.co.uk or call Katie on 01453 755330.

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