Field Service Engineer

V52104579

£38000 - £48000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Hilsea, Portsmouth

Heavy Plant (FMC)

Posted 1 hour ago

Expires In 27 Days

Job Description

Field Service Engineer – Heavy PlantLocation: Nationwide – Home Based / Regional Coverage
Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 depending on experience
Benefits: Overtime, paid door-to-door travel, company van, fuel card, tools, laptop, phone and ongoing manufacturer training

We’re supporting a growing construction equipment manufacturer with the appointment of a number of Field Service Engineers across the UK.

These are home-based positions covering an agreed regional territory, working directly with customers to keep heavy plant and construction equipment running efficiently.

It’s a good opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys being out in the field, solving problems and working independently, while still having the backing and training that comes with a manufacturer environment.

The roleYou’ll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing a range of construction and heavy plant machinery at customer sites.

Typical work will include:

  • Breakdown response, fault-finding and diagnostics

  • Planned servicing and preventative maintenance

  • Mechanical, hydraulic and electrical repairs

  • Major component replacement where required

  • PDI and machine commissioning

  • Completing service reports and job documentation

  • Working directly with customers and operators on site

What we’re looking forWe’re interested in speaking with engineers from construction equipment, heavy plant, agricultural machinery, HGV or similar heavy engineering backgrounds.

Ideally you’ll have:

  • Previous field service or mobile engineering experience

  • Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability

  • Good knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical systems

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent engineering qualification

  • Experience working on heavy mobile equipment

  • A full UK driving licence

  • A professional, customer-focused approach

Direct construction equipment experience would be ideal, although strong engineers from closely related sectors will also be considered.

Package
  • £38,000 – £48,000 basic salary depending on experience

  • Paid door-to-door travel

  • Overtime available at enhanced rates

  • Fully equipped company service van

  • Fuel card

  • Laptop and mobile phone

  • Specialist tooling and PPE

  • Manufacturer-backed technical training

  • Long-term progression opportunities
     

There are multiple positions available across the UK, so we’re happy to speak with experienced engineers nationwide.
 

For a confidential discussion about the opportunities available in your area, apply with your CV or get in touch directly.