Generator Service Engineer

JBS Global Resourcing; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation solutions provider is seeking a Generator Service Engineer to support their local depot. The role involves servicing and maintaining generator and plant equipment, diagnosing faults, and managing installation on-site. Candidates should have experience with heavy engineering, strong communication skills, and flexibility to work unsociable hours. This position offers a competitive salary and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Ongoing training and development

Work with an industry-leading company

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and repair of generator and plant equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults and carry out repairs effectively.
• Willingness to obtain a Forklift Truck Licence if not currently held.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain generator and plant equipment.
• Prepare equipment for hire and manage loading/unloading.
• Install and disconnect equipment on-site.

Skills

Experience working on generators, plant, or heavy engineering equipment

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work independently and solve problems under pressure

Flexibility to work unsociable hours

Education

GCSE or equivalent qualifications

Tools

Forklift Truck Licence

Job description

We are looking for a Generator Service Engineer to support the local depot. If you are a hands-on professional with experience in generator servicing, and you are passionate about delivering top-tier service, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

About the Role

As a Service Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and preparing both hire fleet and customer equipment. This role offers a mix of workshop-based and occasional on-site work, including installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service and maintain generator and plant equipment (hire fleet and customer owned)

• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs

• Prepare equipment for hire and load/unload vehicles

• Install and disconnect equipment on-site, including synchronising and wiring where needed

• Take part in our on-call rota and support emergency callouts

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and equipment condition

• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time

• Ensure company assets and vehicles are properly used and maintained

What we are looking for:

Essential:

• Experience working on generators, plant, or heavy engineering equipment

• GCSE or equivalent qualifications

• Forklift Truck Licence (or willingness to obtain)

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to work independently and solve problems under pressure

• Flexibility to work unsociable hours when required

Desirable:

• Relevant mechanical/plant engineering qualifications

My client is a respected leader in power generation solutions, and our engineers are at the heart of what we do. You'll be part of a supportive team that values professionalism, safety, and innovation. In return, we offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Ongoing training and development

• A chance to work with an industry-leading company with ISO 9001, 14001 and OHSAS 18001 certification standards