Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic

AWD online; Rushden; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Heavy Equipment Service Engineer in Rushden. Responsibilities include maintaining plant and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing technical support. Ideal candidates have a background in mechanical or electrical maintenance with strong problem-solving skills. Join a supportive team dedicated to quality service and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Opportunities for technical skill development

Supportive team environment

Continuous training initiatives

Qualifications

• Strong background in mechanical or electrical maintenance, ideally with heavy plant or construction equipment.
• Hands-on problem solver with a 'right-first-time' mindset.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and preventative maintenance on all plant equipment.
• Ensure all service activities adhere to ISO and Health & Safety standards.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and resolve technical issues efficiently.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Communication

Organization

Job description

Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Fitte

IS THIS YOU?

• Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for quality service, preventative maintenance, and technical problem-solving?

• Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your input directly improves equipment reliability and customer satisfaction?

If you can answer ‘YES’ to these questions, then we’d like to hear from you.

SALARY: Competitive Depending on Experience

LOCATION: Rushden, Northamptonshire, East Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity within a dedicated Maintenance Team for a Heavy Equipment Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Fitter.

As part of the team, as a Heavy Equipment Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Fitter your primary responsibility is to ensure that all plant and equipment are maintained to the highest standards.

As the Heavy Equipment Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Fitter you will be a proactive, hands-on professional who can maximise equipment uptime, support safe operations, and deliver a best-in-class service experience for customers. The role is primarily based at the Rushden depot, with occasional travel to the Durham site as required.

WHY JOIN?

• Be a key part of a business that values quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Opportunities to develop your technical skills and participate in training initiatives
• A supportive team environment that recognises and rewards proactive problem-solving

DUTIES

Your duties as the Heavy Equipment Service Engineer / Maintenance Technician / Fitter include:

• Routine and Preventative Maintenance: Carry out routine and preventative maintenance on all plant equipment in the yard. While this is primarily at the main depot in Rushden, occasional travel to the Durham yard will be necessary
• Documentation and Compliance: Ensure all service activities are precisely documented and adhere to ISO and Health & Safety standards
• Quality Control: Take full ownership of the quality of all equipment leaving the yard, ensuring it is fit for purpose
• Breakdown Response: Respond promptly to breakdowns, both in the yard and on-site, to diagnose and resolve technical issues efficiently
• Technical Support: Provide first-line technical support as needed to internal teams (engineers, sales, office) and external customers
• Yard and Stock Management: Maintain yard plant and oversee stock control, advising on parts requirements
• Crane Handling: Assist with the safe loading, unloading, and storage of tower cranes
• Training and Upskilling: Deliver and assist with technical training and upskilling for team members

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong background in mechanical or electrical maintenance, ideally with heavy plant or construction equipment
• Hands-on problem solver with a “right-first-time” mindset
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support internal and external stakeholders
• Highly organised with a focus on quality and safety
• Ability to work independently in a yard-based environment, with flexibility to attend site when needed
• Experience in crane maintenance or similar plant equipment is highly desirable

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13840

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