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Mobile Plant Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Stowmarket

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking a Mobile Service Engineer to cover Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex. The role involves servicing construction equipment and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have strong mechanical knowledge and experience with heavy plant equipment. The salary ranges from £17.00 to £18.50 per hour, with benefits including 23 days holiday and wellbeing support.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus bank holiday
Workplace Pension
Employee Assistance program
Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

  • Strong mechanical knowledge with a practical, hands-on approach.
  • Good understanding of risk assessments and method statements.
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out routine servicing of construction equipment.
  • Monitor and top up lubricants and fluids.
  • Perform preventative maintenance checks.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3 in plant maintenance

Tools

Heavy plant equipment
Hydraulic systems
Job description
Overview

Our client is a leading national supplier of technologically advanced plant hire machinery, supporting the construction, rail, major project, and energy industries. They are looking for a Mobile Service Engineer to cover Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex. This is a mobile-based role with a company that invests in employee training and career development.

Responsibilities
  • Carry out routine servicing of construction equipment in line with manufacturer schedules and specifications.
  • Monitor and top up lubricants and fluids as required.
  • Perform preventative maintenance checks and ensure equipment is operating safely.
  • Identify, report, and escalate faults promptly.
  • Clean, inspect, and prepare machinery for redeployment or transfer.
  • Fit and replace parts when necessary to keep equipment in optimal condition.
  • Work collaboratively with team members on larger repair and maintenance tasks.
  • Support the digital division with the installation of GPS systems, human-form recognition cameras, height and slew restrictors, and other innovative technologies as the role evolves (full training provided).
Qualifications
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with a practical, hands-on approach.
  • Good understanding of risk assessments and method statements.
  • Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  • Proactive, self-motivated, and driven to deliver high standards.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong time management with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Confident in using initiative to solve problems and support team objectives.
  • Experience of heavy plant and construction equipment and hydraulic systems.
  • Experience of construction routine maintenance to a required level and standard.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in plant maintenance would be beneficial but not essential.
Salary & Benefits

£17.00-£18.50 an hour depending on experience. 5-hour week. Door to door pay. Overtime available and paid after the 42.5 hours. 23 days holiday plus bank holiday. Workplace Pension. Refer a friend scheme. Employee Assistance program. Wellbeing support. Annual employee satisfaction survey. Discounted gift card scheme — saving up to 15% on a large range of physical and digital gift cards from major retailers. Paid volunteer days to support our community team and our chosen charities. Paid volunteer days for registered individuals within any Government supported roles (e.g. Reservists). Eye test and vision care voucher scheme. Free annual flu vaccination vouchers. Living wage accredited employers.

About the Recruiter

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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