Machine Service Representative - 7.5 Tonne Licence

Safetykleen; Dinnington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£25,900 base + OTE £35k

25 days holiday + bank holidays

5% pension contribution

Life assurance (3x salary)

Private healthcare

Job summary

Safetykleen is looking for a field service operative to service washers, collect waste, and deliver products at customer sites across the UK. You’ll inspect equipment, perform preventative maintenance, and carry out on-site repairs while ensuring safety and compliance.

Full training and licences support your growth in a trusted, global business. You’ll work in a hands-on role, travel daily, and engage with customers to uphold high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Experience in field service roles is preferred.
• Ability to work safely and independently on customer sites.
• Strong communication skills and customer focus.
• Full UK driving licence; 7.5t licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain parts washers to keep equipment clean and operational.
• Handle waste collection and product delivery with safe transport.
• Carry out inspections and preventative maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Engage with customers on site, following procedures and standards.
• Perform repairs and part replacements with training and support.
• Record work details accurately using digital tools.
• Identify improvements and opportunities to work more efficiently.

Skills

Field service

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Problem solving

Mechanical/Technical aptitude

7.5 tonne licence

Job description

About Safetykleen

Imagine working for a company where your role keeps some of the UK’s most critical industries running safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

We're Safetykleen - a global leader in Parts Cleaning, Waste Collection, and Environmental Advisory services, operating across 15 countries. With over 2,000 people, 92 branches, and more than 1 million services delivered each year, we help businesses reduce environmental impact while maintaining essential operations. Headquartered in London and backed by Apax Partners, we are driven by a simple mission: making the planet Safer and Kleener. You'll be part of a culture built on winning together, accountability, and pride in doing things properly. Your work directly supports safer workplaces and more sustainable industry across the UK and beyond. But the real strength of Safetykleen lives in our branches - where people take ownership, solve problems, and make a visible difference every day.

Role Overview

Are you ready to be the person customers rely on to keep their business moving, bringing a strong safety mindset, great service, and real impact to every site you visit? No two days are the same, and you'll be trusted to get stuck in, solve problems, and take pride in doing a great job for every customer you visit. With full training and clear development opportunities, this is your chance to expand your skills, grow your career, and be part of a business that genuinely values what you do. You'll be out on the road every day carrying out servicing, inspections, minor repairs, and chemical waste collections and deliveries. Your work has a real, visible impact, keeping customer sites safe, compliant, and efficient.

What You'll Be Doing

• You'll service and maintain parts washers, making sure equipment is cleaned, checked, and running safely and efficiently to keep customers compliant and operational.
• You'll handle waste collection and product delivery, safely managing and transporting materials.
• You'll carry out inspections and preventative maintenance, spotting issues early and preventing breakdowns before they happen.
• You'll engage directly with customers on site, building trust, following procedures, and making sure every visit is completed to a high standard.
• You'll carry out repairs and part replacements, with full training and ongoing development provided to build your technical skills and confidence.
• You'll use digital tools to accurately record your work, capturing key service information, and any important findings from each visit.
• You'll constantly be scanning for improvements - whether that’s a service opportunity, a risk, or a smarter way of doing things.

Benefits

• £25,900 plus bonus OTE £35k
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 5% pension contribution to support your future
• Life assurance (3x salary) for peace of mind
• Private healthcare from day one
• Full training, apprenticeships & licence development to help you grow your skills
• Clear career path and progression opportunities in a global, established business
• Job security with a stable, well-known company
• Structured working day with strong team support
• Be part of a local team with a global company backing
• Reward and recognition schemes to celebrate great performance
• Employee referral bonuses
• Wellbeing and lifestyle perks - gym discounts, retail cashback, Tastecard, etc.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support
• Team events and social celebrations

About You

• You're someone who likes being out in the field, not stuck behind a desk, and takes pride in doing practical, hands-on work properly and safely
• You're confident dealing with customers on site and always represent yourself and the business in a professional, positive way.
• You don't just follow process - you respect it, because you understand why it matters
• You're comfortable working independently, in the field, in a physically active role
• Most importantly, you're reliable, safety-focused, and motivated by doing work that keeps our customers operational everyday
• 7.5 tonne licence required
• Customer-first mindset and pride in a job well done
• Practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to safety and detail