Field Service Engineer – Plant & Hydraulics

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Health Cash Plan

Life cover

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to cover the West Midlands. You will service, diagnose and repair material handling equipment, with a focus on hydraulic systems and mechanical fault-finding. Training will be provided to move into this sector, and a company van is supplied.

The role involves working Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, with overtime potential and a strong progression path within a national business established for over 40 years.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on hydraulic experience is essential.
• Strong mechanical fault‑finding and repair skills.
• Electrical diagnostic experience would be advantageous.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently in a mobile Field Service Engineer role.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair material handling equipment at customer sites.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults.
• Attend breakdowns and complete effective fault finding and repairs.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and routine servicing.
• Ensure equipment is returned to service efficiently and safely.
• Complete inspections and service documentation accurately.
• Maintain company van, tools and equipment.

Skills

Hydraulic systems

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical diagnostics

Independent field work

Customer service

Full UK driving licence

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Diagnostics tools

Hydraulic testing equipment

Job description

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to cover the West Midlands. You will service, diagnose and repair material handling equipment, with a focus on hydraulic systems and mechanical fault-finding. Training will be provided to move into this sector, and a company van is supplied.

The role involves working Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, with overtime potential and a strong progression path within a national business established for over 40 years.