About the Role
Are you a skilled engineer with a passion for preventative maintenance, technical problem-solving, and delivering high-quality service?<br> <br>Our client based in Rushden is seeking an on-site <strong>Service Engineer</strong> to join its dedicated service and maintenance team. This is a vital, hands-on role ensuring plant and equipment are maintained to the highest standards—maximising uptime, supporting safe operations, and delivering a best-in-class customer experience.<br> <br> <strong>The Role</strong><br>As a Service Engineer, you will take ownership of equipment quality, reliability, and safety across the depot and customer sites. This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced mobile/field Engineer looking to come away from travelling.<br> <br> <strong>Hours:</strong><br>Monday to Thursday 8am - 5.30pm<br>Friday 8am – 4.30pm<br> <br><strong>Salary:</strong><br>£40k - £47k DOE<br> <br><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong><br><ul><li>Carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance on plant equipment within the Rushden yard (with occasional travel to a second depot in the Northeast – access to pool car when required).</li><ul><li>Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults efficiently, both in-yard and on site.</li><li>Ensure all service activities are accurately documented and compliant with ISO and Health & Safety standards.</li><li>Take responsibility for the quality of equipment leaving the yard, ensuring it is fit for purpose.</li><li>Provide first-line technical support to engineers, sales teams, office staff, and customers.</li><li>Support yard plant management, stock control, and parts ordering.</li><li>Assist with the loading, unloading, and safe storage of heavy plant equipment, including tower cranes.</li><li>Deliver technical guidance and contribute to the training and upskilling of colleagues.</li></ul></ul> <br> <strong>Essential Skills & Experience:</strong><br><ul><li>Strong background in mechanical and/or electrical maintenance, minimum five years’ experience.</li><ul><li>Experience working with heavy plant, construction equipment, or similar machinery.</li><li>Confident fault-finding and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Highly organised with a strong commitment to quality and safety.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and the ability to support both internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Ability to work independently in a yard-based environment with flexibility to attend site when required.</li></ul></ul><strong>Desirable:</strong><br>Experience in crane maintenance, telehandlers or related lifting equipment.<br> <br> <strong>Benefits:</strong><br><ul><li>Competitive Salary</li><ul><li>Fantastic working hours, perfect for a strong work-life balance</li><li>Free Parking</li><li>Career growth – opportunities for advancement and personal development</li><li>Supportive Culture – Join a dedicated and family-run business within a positive and collaborative environment</li></ul></ul>