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Service Engineer

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Posted on Jul 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£18 - £25 Hourly
Full-Time
Are you an experienced Plant Engineer, HGV Technician or Agricultural Engineer looking for your next challenge? We're recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a busy and growing service team covering Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

This is a field-based role where you'll travel directly to customer sites, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of construction plant machinery. Every day brings something different, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys problem-solving and working independently.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will:

Service, maintain and repair construction plant machinery at customer sites.
Attend machine breakdowns, diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
Perform planned preventative maintenance and inspections.
Use electronic diagnostic equipment to identify electrical and mechanical faults.
Complete digital job sheets, service reports and timesheets accurately.
Order parts efficiently and liaise with the parts department to minimise equipment downtime.
Work closely with the Service Supervisor to deliver exceptional customer support.
Assist with the training and mentoring of apprentice engineers.
Carry out workshop-based repairs when required.
Ensure all repairs are completed safely and in line with manufacturer specifications and health & safety standards.About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

A recognised engineering qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent in:
Construction Plant Maintenance
Heavy Vehicle (HGV)
Light Vehicle
Agricultural Engineering
Or a similar mechanical engineering discipline
Experience working on construction plant, heavy equipment or similar machinery.
Strong knowledge of:
Diesel engines
Hydraulics
Electrical systems
Transmissions
Electronic diagnostics and fault finding
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Good IT skills for completing digital service documentation.
A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
A full UK driving licence.What's on Offer?

Competitive basic salary
Bonus scheme
Excellent overtime opportunities
Annual salary reviews
39-hour working week
Company van available for business and personal use
Laptop, mobile phone and specialist tools provided
Uniform and PPE supplied
Structured manufacturer and technical training
Career progression opportunities
Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service
Option to buy or sell additional annual leave
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Health and wellbeing cashback scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Employee referral bonus scheme
Apply Today

If you're an experienced Plant Engineer, Mobile Plant Fitter, Field Service Engineer, HGV Technician, Agricultural Engineer, Heavy Plant Engineer or Construction Equipment Engineer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a professional engineering team offering excellent earning potential, ongoing technical training and genuine long-term career progression.

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Reference: 225398058

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Service Engineer

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Posted on Jul 21, 2026 by CV-Library

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Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£18 - £25 Hourly
Full-Time
Are you an experienced Plant Engineer, HGV Technician or Agricultural Engineer looking for your next challenge? We're recruiting for a Field Service Engineer to join a busy and growing service team covering Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

This is a field-based role where you'll travel directly to customer sites, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of construction plant machinery. Every day brings something different, making this an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys problem-solving and working independently.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will:

Service, maintain and repair construction plant machinery at customer sites.
Attend machine breakdowns, diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
Perform planned preventative maintenance and inspections.
Use electronic diagnostic equipment to identify electrical and mechanical faults.
Complete digital job sheets, service reports and timesheets accurately.
Order parts efficiently and liaise with the parts department to minimise equipment downtime.
Work closely with the Service Supervisor to deliver exceptional customer support.
Assist with the training and mentoring of apprentice engineers.
Carry out workshop-based repairs when required.
Ensure all repairs are completed safely and in line with manufacturer specifications and health & safety standards.About You

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

A recognised engineering qualification such as NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent in:
Construction Plant Maintenance
Heavy Vehicle (HGV)
Light Vehicle
Agricultural Engineering
Or a similar mechanical engineering discipline
Experience working on construction plant, heavy equipment or similar machinery.
Strong knowledge of:
Diesel engines
Hydraulics
Electrical systems
Transmissions
Electronic diagnostics and fault finding
Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Good IT skills for completing digital service documentation.
A positive attitude with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
A full UK driving licence.What's on Offer?

Competitive basic salary
Bonus scheme
Excellent overtime opportunities
Annual salary reviews
39-hour working week
Company van available for business and personal use
Laptop, mobile phone and specialist tools provided
Uniform and PPE supplied
Structured manufacturer and technical training
Career progression opportunities
Generous annual leave allowance, increasing with length of service
Option to buy or sell additional annual leave
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Health and wellbeing cashback scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail and lifestyle discounts
Employee referral bonus scheme
Apply Today

If you're an experienced Plant Engineer, Mobile Plant Fitter, Field Service Engineer, HGV Technician, Agricultural Engineer, Heavy Plant Engineer or Construction Equipment Engineer, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join a professional engineering team offering excellent earning potential, ongoing technical training and genuine long-term career progression.

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