Field Service Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to maintain, service and repair a recycling and waste handling equipment at customer sites across the North West.

The role will mainly involve travelling within a radius of your home, with occasional travel further afield when required (a company van is provided). You will be responsible for installing, fault-finding, servicing and repairing compactors, balers and other specialist equipment, ensuring machines remain safe, reliable and operational.

Key Responsibilities

As a Field Service Engineer, you will:

* Carry out planned preventative maintenance on recycling and waste handling equipment.

* Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic faults.

* Replace faulty components using hand and power tools.

* Install, service and troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic and electronic systems.

* Test, recommission and verify equipment following repairs.

* Assist with the installation and commissioning of new machinery, including three-phase electrical connections.

* Prepare repair quotations and provide technical recommendations where required.

* Complete service reports, inspection records

* Ensure compliance with all health & safety legislation and customer site procedures.

Experience

* Experience in servicing, maintaining or repairing recycling, waste management or similar industrial equipment.

* Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic fault-finding skills.

* The ability to read and interpret electrical and hydraulic schematics.

* Experience using diagnostic and testing equipment.

* Knowledge of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.

* Basic welding skills for minor repairs.

* A good understanding of health & safety legislation and safe working practices.

* The ability to work independently and manage your own schedule
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed