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Quarry Plant Service Engineer

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Posted on Jul 13, 2026 by CV-Library
Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Quarry Plant Service Engineer to join a well-established company.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive Salary of £65,000 PA Plus OTE.
Location: Hemerdon Mine, Plymouth.
About the Role:
The company have a large processing contract in the newly re-opened Hemerdon Mine, near Plympton. Hemerdon Mine produces the precious-earth metal called Tungsten.
They have an exciting opportunity for several experienced, enthusiastic and highly self-motivated Field Service Engineers to complement their established and successful team.
The company are looking for team-players, who will work to the highest standards in problem solving, fault-finding, service and repair functions on quarry crushing and screening plant.
Key Duties (but not limited too):
Ensure all site operational tasks are being completed under the correct Health & Safety paperwork and in a safe manner
Assist Site with break downs as and when they occur
Carry out routine maintenance to prevent downtime
Compile technical reports following services and breakdown
Liaising with other team members to agree parts requirements
Completing plant breakdowns and repairs in a timely manner
Completing all plant equipment servicing and testing
Assist on plant installations when required
Resolve on-site issues occurring during installations when required
Compile lists of refurbishment requirements prior to plant removal / re-installation
Liaise with Service team to resolve any ongoing site operational / technical issues
Assist in site operator awareness training to optimise plant performance
Performance Measures:
Improve Efficiency
Essential Insights
Reduce Downtime
Optimise performance
Skills & Experience:
Relevant Engineering qualifications
CSCS Safe pass (non essential)
Quarry pass
Driving license. (essential)
Vehicle Maintenance
Previous Field Service Plant Fitter/Engineer experience essential
Crushing and screening plant experience essential
Experience of servicing construction equipment essential
The candidate will have all the relevant qualifications and a minimum of 5 years’ experience within the mechanical engineering industry with good knowledge in hydraulics, electrics and engine
Training and development opportunities
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and ‘people skills’
Good planning and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines, with minimum supervision and calmly under pressure
Self-motivated and able to work individually and as part of a team
Fault find quickly and maintain positive working relationships
We are looking for a team player
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need

Reference: 225365586

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Quarry Plant Service Engineer

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Posted on Jul 13, 2026 by CV-Library

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Plymouth, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Quarry Plant Service Engineer to join a well-established company.
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: Competitive Salary of £65,000 PA Plus OTE.
Location: Hemerdon Mine, Plymouth.
About the Role:
The company have a large processing contract in the newly re-opened Hemerdon Mine, near Plympton. Hemerdon Mine produces the precious-earth metal called Tungsten.
They have an exciting opportunity for several experienced, enthusiastic and highly self-motivated Field Service Engineers to complement their established and successful team.
The company are looking for team-players, who will work to the highest standards in problem solving, fault-finding, service and repair functions on quarry crushing and screening plant.
Key Duties (but not limited too):
Ensure all site operational tasks are being completed under the correct Health & Safety paperwork and in a safe manner
Assist Site with break downs as and when they occur
Carry out routine maintenance to prevent downtime
Compile technical reports following services and breakdown
Liaising with other team members to agree parts requirements
Completing plant breakdowns and repairs in a timely manner
Completing all plant equipment servicing and testing
Assist on plant installations when required
Resolve on-site issues occurring during installations when required
Compile lists of refurbishment requirements prior to plant removal / re-installation
Liaise with Service team to resolve any ongoing site operational / technical issues
Assist in site operator awareness training to optimise plant performance
Performance Measures:
Improve Efficiency
Essential Insights
Reduce Downtime
Optimise performance
Skills & Experience:
Relevant Engineering qualifications
CSCS Safe pass (non essential)
Quarry pass
Driving license. (essential)
Vehicle Maintenance
Previous Field Service Plant Fitter/Engineer experience essential
Crushing and screening plant experience essential
Experience of servicing construction equipment essential
The candidate will have all the relevant qualifications and a minimum of 5 years’ experience within the mechanical engineering industry with good knowledge in hydraulics, electrics and engine
Training and development opportunities
Problem solving and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and ‘people skills’
Good planning and organisational skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet strict deadlines, with minimum supervision and calmly under pressure
Self-motivated and able to work individually and as part of a team
Fault find quickly and maintain positive working relationships
We are looking for a team player
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need
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Reference: 225365586

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