Field Engineer

WSR Recycling; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Panda is seeking an OFTEC-qualified Field Engineer for temporary cover, travelling nationwide to service wash pads and inspect fuel tanks and interceptors. The role is hands-on, requires independent work and driving across the UK, with overnight stays arranged by the company.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, liaise with customers on site, and ensure safe working practices while representing the company. Accommodation can be selected via Booking.com and booked within cost limits.

Qualifications

• OFTEC qualification required (gas/oil heating work).
• Full valid driving licence required.
• Experience using hand tools and performing maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites across the UK.
• Service wash pads and inspect fuel tanks/interceptors.
• Remove/replace filters and components as needed.
• Troubleshoot pumps, compressors and systems.

Skills

Fault finding

Time management

Independent working

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

OFTEC qualification

Tools

Hand tools

FLT licence

Job description

Field Engineer – Temporary Cover

Location: Knottingley, West Yorkshire, with UK-wide travel
Start date: ASAP
Hours: Approximately 50 hours per week
Typical working hours: 6:00am–4:00pm/5:00pm, depending on the customer site
Pay: £16.00 per hour plus £30 overnight allowance
Reporting to: CWRS General Manager

The Role

We are looking for an OFTEC-qualified CWRS Field Engineer to provide temporary cover, travelling throughout the UK to service wash pads and inspect fuel tanks and interceptors.

This is a hands-on, field-based role involving planned servicing, cleaning, inspection and fault-finding. You’ll largely work independently, manage your own time and liaise directly with customers while on site.

Overnight stays will be required. You’ll be able to select suitable accommodation through Booking.com, which will then be booked by the company within an agreed reasonable cost.

What You’ll Be Doing

As CWRS Field Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:

• Travelling to customer sites throughout the UK
• Servicing and maintaining wash pads
• Inspecting fuel tanks and interceptors
• Removing and replacing filters
• Cleaning and inspecting system components
• Cleaning wash pads and cutting back overgrown grass and weeds
• Troubleshooting faulty pumps and compressors
• Replacing pumps, compressors and other components where required
• Completing planned and reactive repairs and maintenance
• Working safely with hand tools and other relevant equipment
• Managing your own workload, travel and daily schedule
• Liaising directly with customers while on site
• Completing job records and supporting documentation accurately
• Following method statements and safe working procedures
• Reporting faults, spillages, incidents and near misses
• Maintaining professional standards when representing the company

What We’re Looking For

The successful CWRS Field Engineer will need:

• A recognised OFTEC qualification
• A full, valid driving licence
• Experience using hand tools and completing practical maintenance work
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and manage their own time
• Flexibility to travel throughout the UK and stay away overnight
• Good communication and customer service skills
• A strong understanding of safe working practices
• A current DBS check would be advantageous
• An FLT licence would be advantageous

About You

About Us

We are Panda. We value waste.

We’re in the business of waste management but that doesn’t just mean collecting bins. Behind every collection is a passionate team of people finding smarter, safer, and more sustainable ways to recycle and repurpose materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Over the past 30 years, Panda has grown into a leading resource recovery business, bringing together almost 3,000 people across multiple brands, united by a shared vision and strong values. While our operations are diverse, our purpose is clear: to protect our people, support our customers, and create positive impact for the communities and environments we serve.

At Panda, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work as one team, combining different skills, experiences, and perspectives to achieve shared goals. We care for each other’s wellbeing, encourage development, and support growth because we know we’re stronger together.

We expect excellence in how we operate. High standards, bold thinking, and continuous improvement drive our passion for innovation. We challenge the ordinary, put safety first, and embrace new ideas while delivering practical, cost-effective solutions that move our business forward.

We own what we do. From day-to-day tasks to major projects, we take pride in our work and responsibility for the outcome. We don’t walk past problems we address them together. Our expertise, reliability, and care reflect who we are and the difference we make.

And above all, we act with trust and integrity. Trust is built through open communication, honesty, and accountability. It allows us to move quickly, make confident decisions, and deliver results — knowing our people are empowered to do the right thing.

Our journey depends on talented, committed people who want to make an impact.

Take the first step and join us on the journey.

Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve.
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