Generator Engineer

Astute People; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established critical power company in Maidstone is seeking a Generator Engineer for a field-based role. The position offers a salary of up to £40,000 along with a company van and various benefits. Responsibilities include installation, servicing, and troubleshooting generators. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Company van

Overtime opportunities

Training and career progression

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in generator installation, maintenance, and fault finding.
• Strong understanding of diesel and gas generator systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out generator installations from delivery through to operational sign‑off.
• Perform major and minor servicing on diesel and gas generators.
• Conduct generator load bank testing to verify operational performance.
• Deliver diesel fuel to sites using a road tow fuel bowser.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults on generator systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all repair orders.

Skills

Generator installation

Fault finding

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Time-served or apprentice-trained in relevant discipline

Job description

Astute's Power Servicing team is partnering with a well‑established critical power company to recruit a Generator Engineer for a Kent field‑based role.

The strategically important Generator Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 + Van + Benefits.

If you're a Generator Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Generator Engineer role

Reporting to the Service Coordinator you will:

• Carry out generator installations from delivery through to operational sign‑off.
• Perform major and minor servicing on diesel and gas generators.
• Conduct generator load bank testing to verify operational performance.
• Deliver diesel fuel to site using a road tow fuel bowser.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults on generator mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all repair orders and service activities.
• Carry out site surveys and inspections of generator-associated equipment (mechanical and electrical).

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Time‑served or apprentice‑trained engineer in a relevant mechanical or electrical discipline.
• 1+ years' experience in generator installation, maintenance, and fault finding.
• Strong understanding of diesel and gas generator systems, control panels, and switchgear would be advantageous.
• Ability to interpret electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.

Personal skills

The Generator Field Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Proactive problem‑solver with a practical, hands‑on approach.
• Strong communicator with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Organised, detail‑focused, and able to produce accurate service documentation.

Salary and benefits of the Generator Engineer role

• Salary up to £40,000
• Company van, tools, and PPE provided
• Overtime opportunities and travel allowances
• Training and career progression pathways

INDPOW

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful