Service Engineer

  • Kirkland Associates
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Apr 29, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Service Engineer (Heavy Plant)
Full-Time Permanent

South West region Bristol Cornwall Devon Somerset Gloucestershire Wiltshire
&
South East region Kent Maindstone Bromley Dartford Chatham Gravesend

£41,500 + overtime

Kirkland Associates are currently recruiting for two Service Engineers to join a well-established business within the heavy equipment sector.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who enjoys working in a field-based role and diagnosing faults across a variety of machinery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment
  • Diagnose faults across electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
  • Complete planned preventative maintenance work
  • Conduct equipment inspections and identify potential issues
  • Complete service reports and required documentation
  • Provide excellent customer service when attending client sites
Requirements
  • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or similar (Essential)
  • Strong experience working with electrical, hydraulic and mechanical systems
  • Previous experience working on heavy plant, construction equipment, agricultural machinery, HGVs, forklifts or similar equipment
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
  • Full UK driving licence & willingness to travel/work away from home
  • Ability to work independently in a field-based role
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