Field Service Generator Engineer | Diesel Power Tech

Hyreus; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyreus seeks an experienced Generator Technician / Field Service Engineer to join a power generation business based in the Suffolk area. The role combines depot-based generator maintenance with field service across diesel gensets and related equipment.

You will service, fault-find, repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is safe, reliable and ready for operation. Military engineering backgrounds are encouraged, with opportunities to develop in a hands-on field and depot

Qualifications

• Experience as Generator Technician or Field Service Engineer in power generation.
• Strong mechanical and/or electrical engineering background.
• Experience with diesel generators, engines, alternators or power gen equipment.
• Willing to work in both depot and field‑based environments.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on diesel generators.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical faults on generators.
• Undertake preventative maintenance and planned servicing to ensure operational reliability.
• Prepare generators and power generation equipment for hire, deployment and customer use.
• Complete inspections, testing and pre-delivery checks on equipment.
• Attend customer sites to carry out breakdown repairs, servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Respond to field service and emergency breakdown requirements when required.
• Fault-find across diesel engines, alternators, control panels and electrical systems.
• Complete service reports and maintenance records accurately.
• Ensure work complies with company procedures and health & safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised depot/workshop environment.

Skills

Mechanical engineering background

Electrical engineering background

Fault-finding

Problem solving

Customer service / communication

Job description

Hyreus seeks an experienced Generator Technician / Field Service Engineer to join a power generation business based in the Suffolk area. The role combines depot-based generator maintenance with field service across diesel gensets and related equipment.

You will service, fault-find, repair and perform preventative maintenance to ensure equipment is safe, reliable and ready for operation. Military engineering backgrounds are encouraged, with opportunities to develop in a hands-on field and depot