Field Service Engineer

United Kingdom

Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive (DOE) + OTE: £54,100

We’re looking for an experienced Field Service Engineer to carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on diesel generators – both customer-owned and rental equipment. This role is hands-on, customer-facing, and ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge and a solid background in field service work.

What you’ll be doing:

• Carrying out planned maintenance and routine servicing on generators
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs quickly and effectively
• Conducting site surveys to assess service needs
• Taking part in the on-call rota for out-of-hours support
• Keeping workspaces and vehicles clean, safe, and compliant with Health & Safety standards
• Following ISO procedures (9001, 45001, 14001, 50001) and contributing to continuous improvement

What we’re looking for:

• A qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Diesel Fitting, or Plant Maintenance (City & Guilds, BTEC, apprenticeship, etc.)
• Proven experience servicing and repairing generator sets (FG Wilson, Cummins, or similar)
• Strong fault-finding skills with clear communication abilities
• Prior field service experience (advantageous)
• Full UK driving licence
• Customer-focused with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• ECS/CSCS or CCNSG card preferred (training can be provided)

Overtime Rates:

• Mon–Fri: 12am–4am (Double), 8am–5pm (Standard), 5pm–Midnight (Time & Half)
• Saturdays: 12am–4am (Double), 4am–Midnight (Time & Half)
• Sundays & Bank Holidays: All hours (Double)

What’s on offer:

• 23 days annual holiday (increasing with service) + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Private health and life assurance
• Excellent development and progression opportunities

Please note: DBS checks and satisfactory references are required. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.