Service Engineer

About the Role

We are looking for a Service Engineer to join our growing service team. You will be responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing recycling equipment on both a scheduled and reactive basis, ensuring high standards of work and outstanding customer service. 

Candidates must have electrical experience / background and also worked on hydraulic machines or baler and compactor equipment.

Key Responsibilities for the service engineer

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance on recycling equipment

• Work within customer SLA (Service Level Agreement) requirements

• Communicate effectively with the Service Planning and Field Supervisors

• Maintain accurate records of work completed, time on site, and parts used

• Diagnose faults using hydraulic and electrical diagrams and testing equipment

• Support the sales team by passing on any potential business leads

• Occasionally work outside of your area or stay overnight when required

• Ensure compliance with company health & safety policies and procedures

• Maintain van stock levels and ensure PPE, tools, and vehicle are kept in good condition

Service engineer, what we need from candidate:

• Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills

• Understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems

• Experience reading and interpreting technical circuit diagrams

• Comfortable working independently and managing your own schedule

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Qualifications

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

• Experience using electrical and hydraulic test equipment

• Familiarity with single and three-phase systems

• Background in waste, plant, recycling, or similar equipment servicing

Benefits

• Competitive salary and overtime pay

• Company vehicle and fuel card

• Ongoing training and development

• PPE and tools provided

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Career progression opportunities