Service Engineer

Join a growing UK manufacturer in a field service engineering role with autonomy and impact. A respected UK manufacturer is expanding its national service operation and seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to support growing customer demand across the UK.

If you’re a mechanically skilled professional who thrives in the field, enjoys solving real-world problems, and wants to be part of a company investing in innovation and sustainability, this could be the role for you.

Role Overview

This is a hands-on, field-based position supporting the installation, maintenance, and servicing of industrial shredding systems, including twin-shaft shredders, hydraulic ram-fed machines, and high-torque, low-speed material reduction equipment. You’ll travel to customer sites to keep machines running at their best - handling fault diagnosis, repairs, commissioning, and preventative servicing. You’ll have access to a local Midlands-based parts container and work closely with an experienced HQ-based engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain, and repair twin-shaft industrial shredders and hydraulic feed systems
• Commission new machinery and ensure proper integration at customer sites
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical faults independently
• Work closely with head office to plan jobs, request parts, and report on tasks completed
• Provide exceptional on-site support and represent the business professionally

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 3 years experience in mechanical field service or industrial machinery maintenance
• Knowledge of hydraulics, mechanical assemblies, and LV electrical systems
• Ability to read technical drawings and use diagnostic tools confidently
• Experience working on heavy-duty equipment such as shredders, crushers, balers, or conveyors is ideal
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally
• MIG/stick welding skills or forklift experience would be an advantage

What’s on Offer

• A permanent role with a UK engineering firm entering an exciting growth phase
• Highly competitive salary based on experience, with all travel and tools covered
• Autonomy to manage your own region and schedule, with genuine trust and independence
• Company van, tools, uniform, and PPE provided
• Supportive HQ-based engineering and service team always available when needed
• Opportunity to play a key role in expanding GB operations, with future career development potential

Ready to explore the next step? This is a great opportunity for a self-sufficient, hands-on engineer to join a business that values reliability, practical expertise, and long-term commitment. Apply today to elevate your engineering career!