Field Service Engineer - Nairn

Field Service Engineer

Location: Nairn Pay: £16.00 - £17.50 per hour (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 42 hours per week (40 basic + 2 at enhanced rate) Paid Monthly Overtime Available

Are you an experienced Plant Fitter who enjoys variety in your work? We're looking for a skilled technician to join our team in Nairn, combining workshop-based repairs with on-site field service support across the region.

You'll play a vital role in keeping our fleet of plant hire equipment operating safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards - ensuring our customers can rely on every machine we provide.

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults on a range of plant hire machinery.

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and inspections in both workshop and field environments.

• Respond to breakdowns and perform on-site repairs to minimise downtime.

• Maintain accurate service records, parts usage, and job reports.

• Communicate effectively with customers and colleagues, providing clear updates and technical insight.

• Ensure all work is completed safely and in line with company and regulatory standards.

• Support a proactive maintenance culture, identifying issues before they become major problems.

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical engineering (City & Guilds, NVQ, HND or equivalent).

• Proven experience maintaining and repairing plant machinery or similar heavy equipment.

• Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to work independently in the field.

• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

• A full UK driving licence and a strong commitment to Health & Safety.

• Competitive hourly rate: £16.00 - £17.50 (DOE)

• Regular weekday hours with overtime opportunities.

• A mix of workshop and field work to keep every day varied.

• Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities.

• The chance to play a key role in a growing, well-respected local business.