At a Glance
- Tasks: Support engineering needs, maintain generators, and provide excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at a leading plant hire company in Chester-le-Street.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 25 days leave, company vehicle, and tech perks.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth and training in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be field-based, work with cutting-edge equipment, and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: NVQ in plant maintenance or equivalent, driving licence, and teamwork skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are currently looking for a Field Service Engineer to join our busy depot in Chester-le-Street. As a Field Service Engineer, you will be expected to support the Depot Foreman with all day-to-day engineering requirements of the depot. In this role, you will be predominantly field-based, with some yard-based work as and when the business requires. The job comes with a competitive salary, 25 days paid annual leave plus Bank Holidays. You will also be provided with a company service vehicle, mobile phone and laptop.
Responsibilities include (but are not restricted to) the following:
- Carrying out all servicing and maintenance work on generators both onsite and in the depot
- Fault finding i.e. Control panel, AC/DC Electrical Systems
- Mechanical and Electrical repairs
- Out of hours on call Rota (to include Bank Holidays)
- Liaising directly with customers
- Daily defects report for company vehicle roadworthiness
- Completing all paperwork associated with equipment maintenance – service sheets, PDI sheets etc
- Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times
Desired skills and experience:
- We are looking for a well-organised individual who has/is; NVQ in plant maintenance/equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in generator/plant hire industry
- Capability to prioritise workload to ensure weekly service schedules are completed on time
- Full UK driving licence held for a minimum of 3 years
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative with minimum supervision
- Able to communicate on all levels
- Eager to ensure excellent customer service levels at all times
- Forklift licence preferable (training provided if required)
Does this sound like the role for you? If so, to apply please send your CV to powerjobs@johnfhunt.co.uk
Field Service Engineer – North East in Chester employer: John F Hunt Power
John F Hunt Power is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Bristol where Field Service Engineers can thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides comprehensive training and support, alongside competitive benefits such as a company vehicle and mobile technology. The collaborative culture fosters teamwork and innovation, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the power generation sector.
