Field Service Engineer

HSB Technical; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service and repair marine engines and generators across predominantly Scottish ports. The role offers a permanent position with a salary of up to £39,500 plus generous overtime. Qualified candidates must have a valid UK driving licence and experience with marine engines. Occasional overseas travel may be required.

Benefits

Generous overtime

Comprehensive company benefits

Qualifications

• Full, valid UK driving licence is required.
• Eligibility to travel freely within and outside the UK.
• Previous experience in marine engine, clutch, gearbox, and ancillary equipment maintenance is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and install marine diesel engines and generators.
• Prepare jobs in advance, ensuring all necessary equipment is available.
• Write clear and precise reports of work completed.
• Communicate additional required work to management.

Skills

Experience with medium and high-speed marine engines

Troubleshooting and repair skills

Collaboration and supervision

Report writing

Job description

Overview

Position: Field Service Engineer - Marine Engines & Generators

Job ID: 1298/99

Location: Home-based (predominantly Scottish ports, occasional overseas travel)

Type: Permanent

Rate/Salary: Up to £39,500 + generous overtime and comprehensive company benefits

About the employer

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Maritime Shipping, Energy, and Subsea sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Attend customer vessels or platforms as a representative of the company to service, repair, overhaul, install, or commission large marine diesel engines and generators.
• Prepare jobs in advance, ensuring all equipment, spare parts, and documentation are available.
• Write clear and precise reports of work completed.
• Communicate any additional required work to management promptly.
• Work collaboratively with, and potentially supervise, other engineers on-site.
• Apply knowledge of engines, clutches, gearboxes, and ancillary marine equipment to troubleshoot and repair issues efficiently.

Qualifications and requirements

• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Eligibility to travel freely within and outside the UK.
• Experience with medium and high-speed marine engines.
• UK passport holder.
• Previous experience in marine engine, clutch, gearbox, and ancillary equipment maintenance is highly desirable.

Notice

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical Ltd who have been appointed to act as a recruitment partner for this role.