Plant Service Engineer

Mercury Hampton Ltd; Aylesbury; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of heavy plant machinery is seeking a skilled Field Service Engineer. The role is field-based, involving commissioning, servicing, and repairing machinery across the UK. Candidates should have an NVQ level 3 in Plant Maintenance and strong electrical bias. Attractive benefits include a salary of up to £45,000, a pension scheme, private healthcare, and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Pension

Private healthcare

25 days leave

Bonus scheme

Laptop and mobile phone

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning, servicing, and repairing heavy plant machinery.
• Ability to read schematics with a focus on electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Flexible to travel and stay overnight for work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Commission machinery and perform servicing and repairs.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and warranty issues.
• Perform fault diagnostics on electrical, hydraulic, and diesel engine systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers.

Skills

Electrical bias with schematics

Fault diagnostics

Customer communication

Time management

Education

NVQ level 3 in Plant Maintenance

CSCS/CPCS cards

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.

The Company

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

The 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.

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 / Qualifications

• 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