Service Engineer

Carrier; Inverness; On-site; GBP 36,799 - 40,961; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + additional call-out pay

Fully equipped company van

25 days holiday

Paid sick leave

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Job summary

Carrier in Inverness is seeking a Service Engineer to maintain and repair diesel-powered equipment including pumps and generators. The role involves working in both depot and on-site environments, requiring compliance with safety and quality standards. Qualified candidates will have mechanical experience and relevant certifications.

The position offers a base salary between £36,799 and £40,961, call-out payments, and a range of benefits including a company van, 25 days holiday, and a pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical experience with diesel engines and generators.
• Qualifications such as NVQ Level 3.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair diesel‑powered equipment at depot and on-site.
• Diagnose faults to minimize equipment downtime.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Working with plant equipment

Diagnosing faults

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

M&E related apprenticeship

Job description

About The Role

Carrier Rental Systems delivers immediate, 24/7 nationwide rental solutions – designed to keep your operations running smoothly and protect against the stress of unexpected downtime. The role is part of the Pumps & Power division.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Service Engineer to repair and maintain diesel‑powered equipment (pumps & generators) in both depot in Inverness and on‑site environments. The role requires a strong focus on Health & Safety, full compliance to regulations and company policies at all times, while maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment to ensure all equipment meets required safety and quality standards and customer operations run without interruption.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing pumps, generators, and diesel‑powered equipment in both depot‑ and field‑based environments.
• Preparing and inspecting equipment at the depot to ensure it is fully operational before deployment.
• Carrying out major overhauls and refurbishments of end‑of‑life equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and performing repairs to minimise equipment downtime.
• Collaborating effectively with the service team, hire controller, and foreman to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company policies at all times.
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment, ensuring all equipment meets safety and quality standards.
• Travelling to customer sites and participating in an on‑call rota (one week in four).

What We Are Looking For

• Mechanical experience, ideally working with plant equipment, pumps, generators, and diesel engines.
• Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 3, an M&E related apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence or equivalent.

Our Benefits

• Base salary + additional call‑out pay.
• Fully equipped company van that can be used to commute to and from work.
• A small but friendly and supportive team.
• 25 days holiday.
• Paid sick leave.
• Pension scheme.
• Referral scheme.
• Life insurance.

Pay Range

The annual base salary for this position is between £36,799 and £40,961. Factors which may affect pay within this range include, but are not limited to, skills, education, experience, and other unique qualifications of the successful candidate.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to call‑out payments and overtime.

Equal Treatment and Non‑Discrimination

Carrier is committed to equal treatment and non‑discrimination principles. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other applicable protected class.

Carrier is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.