Field Service Engineer

Vp plc; Wigan; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction equipment firm is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer in Wigan, England. The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing and repairing Piling equipment on-site and ensuring all tasks are completed professionally and safely. Key qualifications include experience as a plant mechanic and holding a full driving licence. The role offers 25 days annual leave, company pension, and opportunities for training & development. Join an industry leader and be part of a team that prioritizes excellence and innovation.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company Pension

Life Assurance cover

Free Tool Hire

Regular Discounts (eg. Samsung, Nike, Airbnb, Virgin Wines)

Qualifications

• Must have practical experience as a plant mechanic.
• Ability to diagnose faults and provide effective solutions.
• No formal qualifications required, but NVQs are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair Piling equipment on customer sites.
• Diagnose faults and complete service reports.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Experienced plant mechanic

Experience with Excavators and Piling equipment

Full driving licence (Category B)

Willing to travel

Ability to work overtime

Education

Plant mechanic or engineer NVQs

Job description

We're looking for an experienced plant mechanic to join our business as a Field Service Engineer.

In this varied role you'll work alongside our existing engineers to service, repair, modify, deliver, install and collect Piling equipment on and off-site. Working Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm with occasional overtime, this is an excellent opportunity to become part of our busy team.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all tasks professionally and safely, with deliveries and collections made on time.
• Attend customer sites for repairs, maintenance etc if breakdowns occur
• Diagnose faults accurately and identifying solutions
• Complete service reports and administration using any Tablets, Apps and Service Logs as required
• Provide technical support to the service engineers
• Comply with all Health & Safety standards and legislation

What We're Looking For

• Experienced plant mechanic
• Experience with Excavators and Piling equipment would be a big advantage
• Full driving licence required (Category B)
• No qualifications are needed, but any plant mechanic or engineer NVQs would be beneficial - experience is key
• Willing to travel and work overtime if required

What We Can Offer You

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• 40 hour working week Monday to Friday
• Save As You Earn Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on site parking
• Free Tool Hire
• Training & Development Opportunities
• Regular Discounts (eg. Samsung, Nike, Airbnb, Virgin Wines)

A Little Bit About Us

Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.

Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.

At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.

Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.

Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.