Pump Service Engineer

Smart Search Technical Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and employee support programmes

Ongoing training and career development

Job summary

Smart Search Technical Ltd is seeking a Field Service Engineer for their Midlands Depot. This full-time, permanent position involves servicing, repairing, and maintaining diesel and electric-powered pumping systems on-site and at the depot. Candidates should hold an NVQ or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering and have experience with pumps or heavy plant. The role offers a competitive salary, enhanced overtime, 25 days holiday, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Qualifications

• NVQ or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with pumps, engines, or heavy plant equipment.
• Full UK driving licence.

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.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding abilities

Experience with pumps and heavy plant equipment

Comfortable working independently

Education

NVQ or equivalent in Plant Maintenance or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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

Overview

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.

Key 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