Heavy Plant Engineer

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Field Service Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 – £45,000 + Overtime £70,000 + Company Van

We're working with a well-established and growing business within the recycling and waste processing sector, supporting customers across the UK with high-quality equipment and service.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to bring in an experienced Field Service Engineer to cover the North West.

The Role

  • Service, maintenance, and repair of recycling equipment including shredders, crushers, screeners, and associated plant machinery
  • Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems
  • Attend breakdowns and carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
  • Work closely with customers on-site, providing a professional and reliable service
  • Complete job sheets and reports accurately
  • Occasional travel further afield when required

The Candidate

  • Proven experience working on heavy plant, recycling, crushing & screening, or similar equipment
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with good understanding of hydraulics and electrics
  • Experience working in a field-based role
  • Ability to fault find and work independently
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic

What's on Offer

  • Basic salary £40,000 – £45,000
  • Overtime available – realistic OTE £70,000+
  • Company van + fuel card
  • Door-to-door pay (where applicable)
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Opportunity to join a growing, well-backed business in the recycling sector

If you're an experienced engineer looking to step into a busy, well-paid role with strong earning potential and solid long-term prospects, this is well worth a conversation

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Company: Neos Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Field Service Engineer

Manchester

£40,000 – £45,000 + Overtime £70,000 + Company Van

We’re working with a well-established and growing business within the recycling and waste processing sector, supporting customers across the UK with high-quality equipment and service.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to bring in an experienced Field Service Engineer to cover the North West.

The Role

  • Service, maintenance, and repair of recycling equipment including shredders, crushers, screeners, and associated plant machinery
  • Diagnose faults across mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems
  • Attend breakdowns and carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM)
  • Work closely with customers on-site, providing a professional and reliable service
  • Complete job sheets and reports accurately
  • Occasional travel further afield when required

The Candidate

  • Proven experience working on heavy plant, recycling, crushing & screening, or similar equipment
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with good understanding of hydraulics and electrics
  • Experience working in a field-based role
  • Ability to fault find and work independently
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic

What’s on Offer

  • Basic salary £40,000 – £45,000
  • Overtime available – realistic OTE £70,000+
  • Company van + fuel card
  • Door-to-door pay (where applicable)
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Opportunity to join a growing, well-backed business in the recycling sector

If you’re an experienced engineer looking to step into a busy, well-paid role with strong earning potential and solid long-term prospects, this is well worth a conversation

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: May 13th, 2026