National Plant Field Service Technician

ENGINEERINGUK; Brighton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a mobile plant technician to provide nationwide field-based maintenance, repair and technical support for its extensive plant fleet. You will keep equipment safe, compliant and operational to agreed standards.

Ideal candidates have proven plant field service experience, Level 3 maintenance certification, and strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills, with solid IT knowledge and a flexible travel approach.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar plant field service or mobile technician role.
• Plant Maintenance Level 3 (or equivalent).
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Experience maintaining a diverse plant fleet.
• Working knowledge of basic IT systems and applications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and support to plant equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and planned maintenance nationwide.
• Complete inspections, testing, and documentation per procedures.
• Liaise with site teams and suppliers to minimise downtime.
• Ensure work complies with health, safety and statutory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Hydraulic systems

Electrical fault-finding

IT literacy

Education

Plant Maintenance Level 3

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a mobile plant technician to provide nationwide field-based maintenance, repair and technical support for its extensive plant fleet. You will keep equipment safe, compliant and operational to agreed standards.

Ideal candidates have proven plant field service experience, Level 3 maintenance certification, and strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical fault-finding skills, with solid IT knowledge and a flexible travel approach.