Field Service Engineer – Heavy Plant Equipment

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a growing engineering business that specialises in the service, maintenance, installation and repair of heavy plant and industrial equipment across the UK. You will be based in Thetford and travel to customer sites, primarily in Manchester and surrounding areas, delivering high‑quality mechanical, hydraulic and electrical support.

Key responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair mobile and industrial plant equipment on‑site.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic and electrical faults and implement corrective actions.
• Perform fabrication and welding repairs where required.
• Travel door‑to‑door to customer locations, with travel expenses covered.
• Maintain accurate service records and report on job completion.

Required profile

• Background as a Mobile Plant Fitter, Field Service Engineer or similar.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible shift patterns and overtime.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Required skills

• Mechanical fault diagnosis
• Hydraulic fault diagnosis
• Electrical fault diagnosis
• Fabrication
• Welding
• Experience with SANY, Caterpillar, Volvo, JCB and Nissan equipment

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate £20.00 – £21.50
• Door‑to‑door paid travel
• Overtime opportunities
• Company vehicle
• Training and professional development
• Company benefits package