HS2 Field Preventive Maintenance Engineer

SMT GB; Alcester; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SMT GB is seeking a Preventive Maintenance Engineer to support the HS2 project across Coventry, Solihull, Birmingham, Warwick and surrounding areas. The role involves planned maintenance, inspections, and ensuring equipment safety, reliability and uptime on construction and heavy plant equipment.

The candidate must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) and have experience servicing construction plant and heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent qualification) is essential.
• Experience in the repair, servicing, and maintenance of construction plant, heavy construction equipment, HGVs, or similar equipment.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned maintenance servicing and inspections on Volvo construction equipment supporting the HS2 project.
• Producing detailed inspection reports, service documentation, oil sample reports, and electronic job records.
• Identifying additional repair and aftermarket opportunities while maintaining a commercially focused approach.
• Completing product updates, campaign work, and software updates as required.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, customer service, housekeeping, and compliance with company policies and site procedures.

Skills

Mechanical diagnostic

Fault finding

Customer service

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance

Job description

SMT GB is seeking a Preventive Maintenance Engineer to support the HS2 project across Coventry, Solihull, Birmingham, Warwick and surrounding areas. The role involves planned maintenance, inspections, and ensuring equipment safety, reliability and uptime on construction and heavy plant equipment.

The candidate must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance (or equivalent) and have experience servicing construction plant and heavy machinery.