Plant Service Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of heavy plant machinery is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer to join their team. This role involves commissioning, servicing, and repairing heavy machinery across the UK. Candidates must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance or similar, and possess strong electrical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000, along with benefits including pension, private healthcare, and more.

Benefits

Pension

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

Laptop

Mobile phone

Qualifications

• Strong electrical bias with ability to read schematics.
• Valid and up-to-date CSCS/CPCS cards preferred.
• Flexible to travel and stay away from home.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning, servicing, and repairing heavy machinery.
• Responding to breakdowns and warranty issues.
• Performing fault diagnostics on electrical and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Electrical bias

Fault diagnostics

Customer communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Heavy Plant or Piling Rigs

Tools

PLC systems

CANBUS communications

Job description

Overview

Field Service Engineer - Heavy Plant Machinery. Main Site - Buckinghamshire. Salary - Up to £45,000 basic salary. Benefits - Pension, private healthcare, 25 days leave, bonus scheme, laptop and mobile phone.

Company

A leading supplier of heavy plant machinery equipment, offering sales, servicing, spare parts, and technical support for both new and used equipment.

Role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Field Service Engineer to join our team. This is a field-based position, with work to be completed across the UK and Buckinghamshire.

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning, servicing, and repairing machinery
• Responding to equipment breakdowns and warranty issues as assigned by the Service Manager
• Performing fault diagnostics, especially with electrical, hydraulic, and diesel engine systems
• Providing clear and effective communication with customers at all levels
• Working independently and managing time effectively to meet deadlines

Your Background

• Must be able to read schematics – strong electrical bias such as electrical hydraulics
• Valid and up-to-date CSCS/CPCS cards (MEWP, Forklift, and Crane certifications are an advantage)
• Flexible to travel and stay away from home
• Must hold NVQ level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Heavy Plant or Piling Rigs
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, CANBUS communications, CAN Systems