Pump Service Engineer

Smart Search Technical Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a pump rental solutions provider in the Midlands. The position involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining pumping systems both on-site and at the depot. Candidates must have an NVQ in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering and a full UK driving license. The role offers a competitive salary, holiday benefits, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and employee support programmes

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Experience with pumps, engines, or heavy plant equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
• Comfortable working independently and dealing directly with customers.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on mechanical and electrical pump systems.
• Carry out planned maintenance and emergency breakdown support.
• Install and service pumps on customer sites.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability

Experience with pumps, engines, or heavy plant equipment

Comfortable working independently and dealing directly with customers

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a client of mine who are actively seeking an experienced Pump Service Engineer for their Midlands Depot, this is for an established business.

Role and Location

Field Service Engineer - Pumps

Location: Midlands Depot

Salary: £36,000 - £38,500 + overtime & call-out pay

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Start Date: 01/06/2025

About the Role

An established and growing pump rental solutions provider is looking to appoint a Field Service Engineer to support their operations across the Midlands. This is a mobile role involving the service, repair, and maintenance of diesel and electric-powered pumping systems, both on-site and at the depot.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair faults on mechanical and electrical pump systems
• Carry out planned maintenance and emergency breakdown support
• Install and service pumps on customer sites
• Maintain accurate service records and follow health & safety protocols
• Participate in a call-out rota (enhanced pay applies)

Requirements

• NVQ or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with pumps, engines, or heavy plant equipment
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Comfortable working independently and dealing directly with customers

Desirable

• Background in pump hire, plant hire, or utilities
• Experience using lifting equipment

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + enhanced overtime and call-out pay
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and employee support programmes
• Ongoing training and career development

Smart Search Technical is a specialist recruitment company operating in technical engineering sectors across the UK & beyond. Founded in 2024, our mission is to simplify the recruitment process for both job seekers and employers, leveraging our extensive knowledge, connections and experience.

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