Service Engineer

0811 Carrier Rental Systems; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully equipped company VAN

25 days holidays

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Referral scheme

Job summary

Carrier Rental Systems is seeking a skilled Service Engineer to repair and maintain diesel-powered equipment, including pumps and generators, in both depot and on-site environments in Peterborough. The role emphasizes safety compliance and reliability to minimise downtime.

You will inspect and prep equipment, perform major overhauls, and work with the service team to ensure operational readiness. A UK driving licence is required and on-call duties apply.

Qualifications

• Mechanical experience with plant equipment, pumps, generators and diesel engines is required.
• NVQ Level 3 or an M&E related apprenticeship or equivalent.
• Full UK Driving licence or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair pumps, generators and diesel-powered equipment in depot and field environments.
• Prepare and inspect equipment at the depot to ensure operability before deployment.
• Carry out major overhauls and refurbishments of end-of-life equipment.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with service team, hire controller and foreman for smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organised working environment and ensure equipment meets safety standards.
• Travel to customer sites and participate in an on-call rota (1 week in 4).

Skills

Mechanical experience

Diesel engines

Pumps & generators

Education

NVQ Level 3

M&E 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 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 Peterborough and on-site environments. The role requires a strong focus on Health & Safety, with 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 (1 week in 4).

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 outs pay
• Fully equipped company VAN that can be used to commute to and from work
• A small but friendly and supportive team
• 25 days holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Pension scheme
• Referral scheme
• Life insurance

Pay Range

The annual base salary for this position is between £36,799 - 40,961.

Other Compensation

This position is entitled to call out payments and overtime.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total rewards package that may include other benefits and well‑being programs. Offerings vary by role and location and are designed to support employees’ health, security, and success.

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, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability, or any other applicable protected class.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in an interview, or otherwise engage in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to meet your needs in accordance with applicable laws.

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted for at least 3 working days from Job Posting Date. Job Posting Date: 10/06/2026.

Job Applicant’s Privacy Notice

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

At Carrier we make modern life possible by delivering groundbreaking systems and services that help homes, buildings and shipping become safer, smarter and more sustainable. We exceed the expectations of our customers by anticipating industry trends, working tirelessly to master and revolutionize them. Our team of approximately 56,000 dedicated individuals continues to mold industry standards by pursuing the latest research and developments to improve the lives of our customers. We’re constantly growing, seeking out talented, likeminded people who are committed to our primary duty: to be the world’s first choice in security, shipping and HVAC technology.