Mobile Plant Engineer

Posted 2 days 9 hours ago by Holt-Recruitment

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Berkshire, Thatcham, United Kingdom, RG180
Job Description

Mobile Plant / Field Service Engineer

Thatcham & Surrounding Areas

£18-19+ per hour DOE + Company Van + Fuel Card

40 Hours per Week - Overtime at 1.5x

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mobile Plant / Field Service Engineer to join a well-established machinery business supporting a wide range of heavy plant equipment across the region. This is a field-based role focused on keeping customer machinery in peak operating condition through servicing, maintenance, inspections and repairs.

The Role
  • Service, maintain, and repair heavy plant machinery (including tracked equipment)
  • Investigate, diagnose and resolve mechanical, hydraulic and basic electrical faults
  • Respond to breakdowns and emergency call-outs
  • Complete scheduled maintenance and safety inspections
  • Accurately complete job cards, timesheets and service reports
  • Manage van stock and request parts efficiently
  • Maintain high safety standards and compliance procedures
  • Deliver professional, customer-focused service at all times
  • Work independently across customer sites
  • Support and supervise apprentices where required
What We're Looking For
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and plant engineering experience
  • Confident fault-finding on diesel engines, hydraulics and electrics
  • Comfortable working at height and underneath heavy machinery
  • Able to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Full UK driving licence essential
What's on Offer
  • Company van & fuel card
  • Paid overtime at time-and-a-half
  • Manufacturer and in-house training
  • Medical & dental cash plan
  • Life assurance & contributory pension
  • Uniform & PPE provided
  • Long-term career progression within a supportive team