Maintenance Engineer - Mobile

Maintenance Engineer - Mobile

Location: Colchester
Contract: Permanent

United Plant Services is a specialist engineering and asset management business, recognised for delivering market-leading engineering support and fleet management services for Heavy Mobile Equipment (HME) across the quarry and waste sectors. As part of the Briggs Equipment Group , one of the UK's leading providers of asset management and maintenance solutions, we pride ourselves on investing in our people, supporting career growth, and delivering outstanding service to our customers.

If you're an experienced engineer looking for a varied mobile role with excellent development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Even if you don't meet every requirement listed below, we encourage you to apply.

The Opportunity

As a Mobile Maintenance Engineer, you'll play a key role in keeping customer equipment operating safely and efficiently. Working independently across customer sites, you will service, maintain, diagnose, and repair a wide range of small plant, agricultural, and ground care equipment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Servicing and maintaining diesel, petrol, and electrically powered small plant, agricultural, and ground care equipment.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs across mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Responding to breakdowns and restoring equipment to service efficiently.
• Completing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) inspections and servicing activities.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and resolving customer queries professionally.
• Accurately recording all work electronically and ensuring required parts are ordered promptly.
• Maintaining your company vehicle to a high standard and ensuring appropriate stock levels are carried.
• Building and maintaining strong customer relationships through reliable and professional service.
• Working in compliance with all customer, company, and health and safety procedures.

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll ideally have:

• A relevant engineering or technical qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar maintenance or field service engineering role.
• A strong understanding of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• A customer-focused mindset with excellent communication skills.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work.

What We Offer

In return, you’ll benefit from a competitive package that includes:

• 40-hour working week.
• Overtime paid at 1.5x Monday to Saturday and 2x on Sundays .
• Company vehicle, with private use available (subject to applicable tax).
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within a growing and successful organisation.
• The opportunity to work for an established market leader with a strong commitment to employee development.

Why Join United Plant Services?

At United Plant Services, we recognise that our people are key to our success. You’ll be joining a supportive team where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and your contribution makes a real difference to our customers’ operations.

Need support during the recruitment process?

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let our Recruitment Team know and we will be happy to accommodate your needs.

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