Generator Service Engineer

RecruitedUK; Leigh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Generator Service Engineer to join a client’s service department. You will work on industrial diesel generators, providing servicing, repairs, and diagnostics across various sites in the UK. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and offers a competitive salary of £40-45k plus overtime and benefits.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Flexible working hours

20 days holidays + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in the diesel generator industry.
• Strong understanding of generator engine controllers.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and full overhauls on customer sites.
• Work on industrial diesel generators across the UK.

Skills

Hands-on experience in diesel generators

Understanding of generator engine controllers

Ability to work independently

Good team collaboration skills

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ in Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

PLC-related software

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Generator Service Engineer to join our clients Service Department. You'll be working on industrial diesel generators, carrying out servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and full overhauls on customer sites across the UK.

• Location: North West (UK-wide travel required)
• Type: Permanent
• Salary: 40 to 45k + Overtime + Bonus + Company Vehicle & Fuel Card
• Hours: Flexible working hours available
• Holidays: 20 days + Bank Holidays

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum 5 years' hands‑on experience in the diesel generator industry.
• City & Guilds / NVQ in Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of generator engine controllers.
• Experience working on a variety of generator manufacturers' equipment.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship.
• Competent with Word, Excel, and ideally PLC-related software.
• Strong diagnostics background, particularly with diesel engines.
• Familiarity with UPS systems.
• Flexible, organised, and able to juggle multiple tasks.
• A genuine "can-do" attitude.

Due to the high volume of applications Recruited UK receives, we will make every effort to respond with feedback, although this is not always possible. If you have not been contacted within 5 days, then, unfortunately, you have not been successful on this occasion, but we may keep your details on file and contact you with future opportunities.