Heavy Regional Field Service
4 days ago
Saint Albans
Mobile Plant & Machinery Engineer\n\nLocation: Hertfordshire area (site-based with travel within approx. 1-1.5 hour radius)\n Salary: Up to £65,000 + OTE\n Hours: Monday-Friday (seasonal hours apply)\n\nMarch-October: 7:00am - 5:00pm\nWinter: 7:00am - 4:00pm\n Holiday: 29 days (including bank holidays)\n Benefits: Company van, laptop, phone, overtime available, pension\n\nThe Role\n\nAn established, family-run business is seeking an experienced Mobile Plant & Machinery Engineer to join their small, close-knit team. This role offers a high level of autonomy and variety, working both on-site and at customer locations.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nFault-finding, servicing, repairs, and maintenance on a range of commercial vehicles, construction plant, and agricultural machinery\nFabrication, fitting, and installation of mechanical components\nConducting inspections and preparing equipment for compliance and certification\nSupporting busy seasonal periods, including occasional call-outs\nCompleting job sheets, service logs, and associated paperwork\nManaging workload to meet deadlines and company expectations\nMonitoring and ordering parts, materials, and consumables\n\nAbout You\n\nTo be successful in this role, you will have:\n\nAt least 5 years' hands-on experience with plant, agricultural, or heavy equipment\nStrong mechanical knowledge across a variety of machinery\nAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics\nExperience with hydraulics and auto electrical systems\nA full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally\nExperience operating machinery such as telehandlers, excavators, and tractors\nWelding and fabrication skillsDesirable:\n\nExperience with fleet/workshop management systems\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nJoin a small, family-run business with a supportive and flexible working environment\nHigh level of independence and responsibility in your day-to-day work\nTraining opportunities available (including HGV and welding for the right candidate)\nStable role due to retirement vacancyIf you're a skilled engineer looking for a varied, hands-on role with autonomy and strong earning potential, this could be a great fit