Field Service Engineer - Heavy Plant / Construction Equipment
Peterborough
£35,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Van + Benefits
Full-time | Permanent | Field-based role
Join a Market Leader in Heavy Plant Service & Support!
Are you an experienced Field Service Engineer, Plant Fitter, or Heavy Equipment Technician looking for your next career move?
We're recruiting on behalf of a major UK construction machinery dealership known for its world-class service, technical excellence, and industry-leading equipment range.
If you're skilled in plant diagnostics, servicing, and repairs and want to work with premium machinery this is the role for you.
As a Field Service Engineer, you'll carry out:
Diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on heavy plant, construction, and agricultural machinery
Hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical fault-finding using laptop diagnostics
Breakdown and planned servicing at customer sites
Professional communication and support with customers to deliver first-time fixes
Promotion of parts and service solutions to strengthen customer relationships
You'll work independently within your region, supported by a professional service team and manufacturer training.
What You'll Need
NVQ Level 2 or higher in Plant / Construction / Agricultural Engineering (or equivalent)
Proven experience on construction plant, heavy line, or material handling equipment
Strong knowledge of hydraulics, transmissions, axles, and CAN-bus electrical systems
Confident working with excavators, telehandlers, dumpers, loading shovels, or diggers
Full UK driving licence & right to work in the UK
Customer-focused attitude with strong self-motivation
Package & Benefits
Excellent basic salary + overtime at enhanced rates
Tool allowance + company van & fuel card (personal use option)
22 days holiday + bank holidays + loyalty days for long service
Private medical cover
Full manufacturer training & technical development
Career progression opportunities across multiple depots
Employee discounts, referral bonuses, and more
About You
You might currently be working as a:
Plant Fitter / Mobile Plant Engineer / Heavy Plant Technician / Agricultural Engineer / Construction Equipment Mechanic / Mobile Service Technician / HGV Fitter (Plant experience preferred)
You're hands-on, reliable, and take pride in delivering a world-class service to every customer.
Apply Now
If you're ready to join a forward-thinking, supportive, and industry-leading organisation that truly invests in its engineers, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and a specialist recruiter will contact you to discuss your nearest depot and full package details.
INDHP If you would like to know more about this position, then please forward your CV to (url removed) immediately. If you would like to discuss this position, please call (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Chloe.
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