Service Engineer

Bristol Industrial; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial engineering company in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Service Engineer. The role involves maintenance and emergency repair of cranes and lifting equipment, offering a competitive salary of £35,360 annually plus benefits. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical and electrical knowledge, with relevant licenses preferred. This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Company car

Pension scheme

Subsidised travel

Free parking

20 days holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer or similar role.
• IPAF Licence and NPORS in lifting equipment preferred.
• Comfortable working at heights and towing trailers.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on cranes and lifting equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency repairs.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues.

Skills

Experience as a Service Engineer

Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering

Knowledge of electrical systems

Hydraulics expertise

Valid driving licence

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Service Engineer with expertise in crane maintenance, lifting equipment, and mechanical/electrical systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading company in the industrial engineering sector, providing technical support, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs for clients.

This Service Engineer role is full time and permanent working Monday to Friday 7am-4.30pm offering a salary of £35,360 per annum (£17/hour) + Overtime at time and a half, and a company car!

Key Responsibilities as a Service Engineer:

• Perform routine maintenance on cranes and lifting equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Carry out system upgrades and modifications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and electronic issues.
• Maintain accurate service reports and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Service Engineer, Field Service Technician, or similar role in industrial machinery or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
• IPAF Licence and NPORS (or equivalent) in lifting equipment preferred.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Comfortable working at heights and towing trailers (training provided).

Benefits:

• Competitive pay: £17/hour + overtime at time and a half.
• Company car, pension scheme, and subsidised travel.
• Free parking and on-site facilities.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays (under review for increase).
• Monday–Friday schedule: 07:30–16:00.

Please apply today or call our local Hereford branch to discuss this Service Engineer role in more detail.