Service Technician

REED Specialist Recruitment; Banbridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Technician for a permanent position in Banbridge. The role involves diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on heavy machinery including diggers and telehandlers. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, own required tools, and have access to a reliable vehicle for site visits. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent contract

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for skill development

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with heavy equipment, specifically diggers and telehandlers.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Must own required tools.
• Access to a reliable vehicle for site visits.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on heavy plant machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain accurate service records and reports.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Diagnostics

Mechanical knowledge

Hydraulic systems understanding

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Overview

Heavy Equipment Technician - Permanent Role (Banbridge)

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30

Location: Banbridge, Northern Ireland

Are you an experienced technician with a passion for heavy machinery? We're seeking a skilled Heavy Equipment Technician to join a well-established team in Banbridge. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering stability, variety, and the chance to work with top-tier equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on diggers, telehandlers, and other heavy plant machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Maintain accurate service records and reports.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with heavy equipment (e.g., diggers, telehandlers).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
• Own tools required.
• Access to a reliable vehicle (site visits may be necessary).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience).
• Permanent contract with consistent weekday hours.
• Supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work with a variety of machinery and develop your technical skills.