Field Service Engineer in South East

Energy Jobline CVL; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK seeks a qualified professional to ensure safe operation of gas engines. The ideal candidate will have NVQ Level 3 in Engineering, a proactive approach to safety, and experience with gas reciprocating engines. This role offers a competitive salary with bonuses, a company van, and additional benefits including training opportunities and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary with up to 15% bonus

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution

Cycle-to-work scheme and eye-care vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on gas reciprocating engines or any power assets.
• Experience working on low-voltage electrical systems would be beneficial.
• Full UK manual driving license, preferably with field-based experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, corrective, and reactive maintenance on gas reciprocating engines.
• Conduct diagnostics and troubleshooting on assets experiencing performance challenges.
• Complete detailed service reports of site visits.

Skills

Safety-conscious with a proactive approach to health and safety

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Experience working on gas reciprocating engines

Ability to travel to sites across the South East region

Education

NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Company van

Laptop

Mobile phone

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

About us

My client is the UK’s leading renewable energy generator of low-carbon power from captured methane. They convert methane gas from landfill sites and disused mines into electricity.

About the Role

Join their expert operations team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operations of their gas reciprocating engines and associated plant equipment. You will play a key role in identifying early signs of faults, conducting diagnostics, and carrying out both reactive and planned maintenance to minimise engine downtime across our range of site-based power plants. This ensures their fleet operates at peak performance, supporting the continuous delivery of flexible power.

Location

This role will primarily serve sites in the Aylesbury and Beaconsfield area, Monday–Friday, day shift only, with a 1/8 paid call‑out week, where you would cover sites anywhere in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Adhere to HSQE regulations, report incidents, and take proactive measures to prevent accidents or compliance breaches
• Perform preventive, corrective, and reactive maintenance, including engine overhauls, to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our sites
• Conduct diagnostics and troubleshooting on assets experiencing recurring trips or performance challenges to prevent engine downtime or breakdowns
• Respond promptly to out-of-hours call‑outs, effectively diagnosing and restoring equipment functionality
• Ensure all tasks assigned by the Operations Performance Team are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards
• Complete detailed service reports of site visits, ensuring compliance with company protocols
• Manage van stock inventory, book out parts used, and ensure tools remain calibrated and in safe working order
• Engage in a culture of continuous improvement, attending training courses and contributing to operational innovation

About you

• NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or apprentice-trained in a similar mechanical discipline
• Safety‑conscious with a proactive approach to health and safety
• Proven experience working on gas reciprocating engines (Jenbacher, MWM, MTU, Deutz or Caterpillar) or any power assets
• Experience working on low‑voltage electrical systems would be beneficial
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
• Full UK manual driving licence, preferably with field-based experience
• Ability to travel to sites across the South East region during call‑out week

What they offer

• Competitive salary with up to 15% bonus, paid quarterly & annually
• Company van & fuel card, plus tools, uniform, laptop, and mobile phone
• Domestic solar, battery, and EV charger funding scheme
• Employee Assistance Program that offers virtual GP appointments
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and eye‑care vouchers
• Community volunteering days to give back to the local area
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme with 6% employer contribution
• Sick pay eligibility after a qualifying period