Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer - Heavy Plant Machinery - Huntingdon - £40,000 Basic + £45,000 OTE

About the Company

If you're a skilled Field Service Engineer with hands-on experience maintaining heavy plant machines and equipment, and you're ready to join a company that values expertise and professionalism, apply now!

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who is confident working independently and has a strong background in servicing and repairing heavy plant machinery.

Our client is a trusted service provider specialising in the maintenance and repair of heavy construction equipment, including hydraulic excavators, dumpers, telehandlers, forklifts, rollers, and wheeled shovels. With a focus on maximising equipment uptime, they provide expert on-site support through preventative maintenance, inspections, and rapid fault resolution.

Field Service Engineer - The Rewards

• Basic Salary: Circa £40,000 (DOE)
• OTE up to £45,000
• Overtime Paid at 1.5x
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• All Specialist Tools and PPE Provided
• Healthcare & Pension Package

Field Service Engineer - Requirements

• Must be competent in repairing and maintaining large plant machinery, including excavators and wheeled shovels
• Strong mechanical and diagnostic capabilities across hydraulic and electrical systems
• Physically fit for lone working and heavy lifting
• Comfortable working on and under heavy machinery
• Excellent communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Able to manage time effectively and work without supervision

Field Service Engineer - Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on-site
• Perform regular servicing and preventative maintenance on a range of heavy plant machinery
• Independently attend customer sites to troubleshoot issues efficiently
• Maintain accurate job cards, timesheets, and parts requests
• Deliver high-quality customer service and build strong client relationships
• Supervise apprentices when required
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and internal procedures
• All personal tools must be safe and legal for use
• Only company-supplied lifting equipment may be used
• Personal and colleague safety is a priority and part of daily responsibilities
• Compliance with all relevant safety and procedural standards is essential

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