Field Service Engine Technician

SCINERGY Recruitment Limited; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Field Service Engine Technician to maintain and repair engine-powered equipment across the South East. The role requires experience in engine maintenance with responsibilities including diagnosing faults, performing maintenance, and ensuring safety compliance. The position offers a salary range of £38,000 to £43,000, a company bonus, and full training provided for the right candidates. This full-time role also includes a company van, tools, and ongoing development opportunities.

Benefits

Company van

Ongoing technical training

Pension and employee benefits

Qualifications

• Strong background in maintenance of diesel plant, small engines, or generators.
• Competency in fault-finding and performing mechanical repairs.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on engine-driven equipment.
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance on power generation equipment.
• Attend breakdowns on an on-call rota and maintain documentation.

Skills

Engine maintenance experience

Fault diagnosis and repair

Problem-solving skills

Reliability

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical Engineering or similar

Tools

Diagnostic tools

General mechanic tools

Job description

Field Service Engine Technician
Up to £43,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
South East - Northampton, Milton Keynes, Luton and Cambridge

SCINERGY are recruiting for a Field Service Engine Technician to support the maintenance and repair of engine-powered equipment across multiple operational sites in the South East region such as Northampton, Milton Keynes, Cambridge and Luton.

The client is a major player in the Power Generation and Green Energy sector. This role involves working independently on a range of power generation driven equipment, ensuring all machinery operates safely, reliably and efficiently.

Full training will be provided for candidates with engine maintenance, repair or overhaul experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs on PowerGen engines
• Perform planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on engine-driven equipment
• Conduct engine performance testing and tuning where required
• Attend breakdowns on an on call rota
• Maintain accurate service, inspection and repair documentation
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety and environmental standards
• Travel between sites, working independently and managing your own workload

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in engine maintenance - diesel plant, small engines, HGV engines, generators, power units or similar
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Mechanics, Engine Maintenance, Plant Engineering or similar
• Confident with diagnostics, fault-finding and hands‑on mechanical repairs
• Full UK driving licence
• Self-motivated, reliable and safety-focused with strong problem-solving skills
• Full training will be provided for candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn

What's on Offer

• £38,000 - £43,000 basic salary
• Company bonus
• Full time, permanent position
• Company van, tools, uniform and PPE provide
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Pension and employee benefits
• Long-term career prospects with a national organisation