Service & Maintenance Engineer in Petersfield, Hampshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Petersfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering service provider in the UK is seeking a Service & Maintenance Engineer for a mix of workshop and UK-wide field service. The ideal candidate will have a strong general engineering background and hands-on problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include servicing and maintaining industrial equipment, with opportunities for overtime pay and travel. Benefits include a competitive salary package, company vehicle, and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Bonus scheme

Pension & health schemes

Laptop & mobile provided

Excellent training and European manufacturer visits

20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining or servicing industrial, process, packaging, or automated machinery.
• Multi-skilled background (electrical and mechanical).
• Operational understanding of PLC-controlled machinery.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and commission a wide range of industrial and process equipment.
• Carry out pre-commissioning and workshop preparation before equipment delivery.
• Respond to occasional emergency breakdowns with notice.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Relevant engineering qualification (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent)

Job description

Service & Maintenance Engineer role offering a mix of workshop-based work and UK-wide field service. Ideal for a hands‑on engineer with a strong general engineering background and an appetite for technical challenge. Working with a wide range of PLC-controlled equipment, you’ll be involved in pre‑commissioning, installation, maintenance, servicing, and occasional breakdown response across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and commission a wide range of industrial and process equipment.
• Carry out pre‑commissioning and workshop preparation before equipment delivery.
• Install and support new systems on customer sites across the UK.
• Respond to occasional emergency breakdowns (with notice and overtime/TOIL).
• Promote spares and service contracts where appropriate (no sales targets).
• Attend training at manufacturer sites across Europe (mainly Italy).

Travel Expectations

• Typically 2–3 nights away per week for Installation & Commissioning Projects (fully expensed).
• Any occasional weekend work will be paid overtime or time off in lieu.

About You

We’re looking for a capable, adaptable engineer who thrives on variety and hands‑on problem solving. You’ll have solid experience maintaining or servicing industrial, process, packaging, or automated machinery, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment.

You’ll Bring

• Multi‑skilled background (electrical and mechanical).
• Experience working with PLC‑controlled machinery (operational understanding, not programming).
• A good general engineering understanding.
• Relevant engineering qualification (apprenticeship, HNC/HND, or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Professional, proactive attitude and good communication skills.
• Experience with packaging, process, inkjet, or automation equipment would be a bonus.

What’s on Offer

• Up to £45,000 basic salary (DOE).
• £5,000 typical overtime per year.
• Company vehicle (van option available).
• Bonus scheme.
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Pension & health schemes.
• Laptop & mobile provided.
• Excellent training and European manufacturer visits.

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