Field Service Engineer - Plant

Rise Technical Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A plant machinery servicing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Field Service Engineer. The role involves servicing and repairing construction machinery across Devon and Cornwall. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering background and experience with diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems. The position offers a competitive salary of £34,000 – £37,000, 1.5× overtime, and excellent training opportunities.

Benefits

Company Van

Fuel Card

Internal & External Training

Opportunities to maximize earnings through overtime

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer from a Plant, Agricultural, REME or Ex-forces background.
• Experience in diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems.
• Strong communicator & team player.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repair and maintenance of plant equipment and construction-based machinery.
• Work within a Monday – Friday schedule with overtime available.
• Utilize training and development opportunities provided by the company.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Diesel engines

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical systems

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - Plant (Excellent training & development)

£34,000 – £37,000 (DOE) + 1.5× Overtime + Internal/External Training + Company Van & Fuel Card

Monday – Friday (days)

DEVON & CORNWALL PATCH (Can be located anywhere across Devon or Cornwall)

Are you a mechanically minded engineer from a Plant, Agricultural, REME or Ex‑forces background looking to become a technical expert in plant machinery within a market‑leading servicing company that provides excellent internal and equipment‑specific external training with opportunities for overtime to maximise earning potential?

The company is a family‑run plant servicing and dealership at the forefront of their market, investing in your technical development while providing a good work‑life balance in this day‑based service engineering role.

Due to continued success, they are looking to grow their permanent team in the Southwest. This mobile‑based role covers the Devon & Cornwall patch so the candidate can be located anywhere across that area.

In this role you will be responsible for the servicing, repair, inspection and breakdowns of construction plant machinery such as dumpers, extractors and loaders across a wide range of best brands. Extensive internal and external training is available for motivated candidates who are either new to the industry or looking to further their career within plant machinery‑based engineering.

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career with a nationwide service provider, with ample opportunity to maximise earnings through overtime.

The Role

• Servicing, repair and maintenance of plant equipment and construction‑based machinery
• Monday – Friday role with overtime available
• Great specialist training and progression opportunities
• Covering South West patch (Devon & Cornwall)

The Person

• Mechanical Engineer from a Plant, Agricultural, REME or Ex‑forces background
• Experience in diesel engines, hydraulics, pneumatics and electrical systems
• Strong communicator & team player, seeking a company with a great reputation and excellent training & progression opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive salary £34,000-£37,000 (DOE)
• 1.5× Overtime
• Internal & External training, Company Van & Fuel Card
• Opportunities to maximize earnings through overtime
• Great work‑life balance

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary will depend on your experience, qualifications and skill set.

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, click "Apply Now" or contact Sarah Hibberd at Rise Technical Recruitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.