Field Service Engineer

Field Service Engineer – Heavy Plant and Construction Equipment

Location:

covering Manchester, Stoke on Trent, Leeds, and surrounding areas (field based with fully equipped service van).

• GBP 19.50 per hour basic salary
• Door-to-door pay
• Overtime paid at enhanced rates: time-and-a-half on weekdays and Saturdays; double time on Sundays
• Fully equipped service van, fuel card, PPE, phone, laptop, and tooling provided
• OEM manufacturer training and ongoing technical development
• Specialist overseas training opportunities
• Excellent long‑term career progression within a growing international manufacturer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a rapidly growing OEM manufacturer within the heavy plant and construction equipment sector.

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing a range of heavy plant and quarry equipment at customers’ sites across the region.

• Excavators
• Wheel loaders
• Loading shovels
• Heavy construction and quarry machinery

You will also support machine preparation and PDI activities while working closely with technical support and service control teams to ensure maximum machine uptime and customers satisfaction.

• Service, maintain, and repair heavy plant and construction equipment.
• Carry out fault finding across mechanical, hydraulic, diesel, and electrical systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and complete planned maintenance work.
• Complete machine preparation and PDI work where required.
• Maintain high OEM service standards and accurate documentation.
• Support commissioning and servicing of battery electric plant equipment.
• Work independently across customers’ sites while delivering excellent customer service.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and professionally.

• NVQ Level 3 in Plant, Mechanical, Agricultural, HGV, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience working with an OEM or manufacturer in a production environment.
• Background in heavy plant, quarry, construction, earthmoving, or related equipment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding abilities.
• Good understanding of hydraulics, diesel engines, and electrical systems.
• Stable work history demonstrating commitment and reliability.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Interest in modern plant technology and battery electric equipment.
• Strong communication and customer‑facing skills.
• Self‑motivated and capable of managing a field‑based role independently.
• Career‑focused with a desire to progress technically and professionally.

• Monday to Friday field‑based role.
• Door‑to‑door travel paid.
• Regular overtime available.
• Occasional overnight stays may be required depending on customer needs.
• Supported by experienced technical and service teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to join a forward‑thinking OEM manufacturer offering stability, technical development, and long‑term career growth within the heavy plant sector.