EXPERIENCED SERVICE ENGINEER - RECYCLING MACHINES
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You will be responsible for installing, servicing, maintaining, and commissioning a wide range of machinery, with the opportunity to work on technically challenging and rewarding projects.
This role requires a proactive, flexible, and professional individual, capable of working independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced engineering environment. You’ll be travelling regularly, with frequent overnight stays and occasional international assignments, supporting our growing global customer base.
*Key Responsibilities*
* · Install, commission, maintain, and service machinery at customer sites across the UK and overseas. * · Assemble, test-run, and commission equipment prior to despatch at our Somerset-based factory. * · Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults and implement effective solutions. * · Participate in the company’s call-out rota, including occasional weekends and bank holidays. * · Complete all service documentation accurately, including job cards, timesheets, reports, requisitions, and cutting lists. * · Liaise with the Stores department to ensure equipment and materials are logged and maintained appropriately. * · Support internal production and engineering teams as required. * · Maintain a high standard of housekeeping, adhering to all health and safety procedures and protocols. * · Identify and report defects in equipment, tools, or consumables to enable prompt resolution.
*Essential Skills & Attributes*
* Strong mechanical knowledge with practical experience in hydraulic and electrical systems. * Experience in welding and fabricating is highly desirable. * Experience in Quarry, Recycling equipment or heavy machinery highly desirable. * Proficient in reading and interpreting mechanical and hydraulic drawings. * Competent in using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). * Comfortable working independently off-site and responding to last-minute travel requirements. * Capable of working under pressure and using own initiative to solve complex technical issues. * Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; able to represent the company in a professional and courteous manner. * Flexible and adaptable, with a proactive approach to changing demands. * Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
*What We Offer*
* A strong salary package, reflecting your skills and experience. * A fully equipped company van for work use. * Provision of specific tools required for the role. * Company mobile phone and laptop/computer to support your work in the field and on-site. * Opportunities for international travel and hands-on technical development. * A varied and rewarding role in a respected and growing engineering business. * A supportive team environment with a focus on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.
*NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE *
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: * Company pension * Free parking * On-site parking
Experience: * Mechanical engineering: 3 years (preferred) * Electrical engineering: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification: * Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 10/10/2025 Reference ID: SERVENG2025 Expected start date: 01/11/2025
- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Install