Field Engineer (Recycling Equipment)
- Peterborough
- £40,000-45,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Nationwide (Predominantly Midlands, some nationwide coverage required)
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 Basic DOE + rewarding overtime package (paid at 1.5x)Join a Leading Specialist in Waste Management! We are a recruiting on behalf of a well-established company in the waste management industry, known for their technical expertise, reliable service, and strong customer relationships. Due to substantial growth, they are looking for an experienced Field-Based Engineer to join the team - must have Baler & Compactor experience.What’s on Offer:
- £40,000 – £45,000 DOE + overtime paid at 1.5x
- Company vehicle (van)
- Mobile phone, uniform & PPE provided
- Power tools supplied
- Paid door-to-door travel
- Company pension scheme
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) + loyalty holiday scheme (up to 25 days)
- Immediate start available
- Installation, commissioning, and operator training on balers and compactors
- Fault diagnosis, servicing, and repairs on waste machinery both on-site and at HQ
- Maintenance of electrical and hydraulic systems
- Machine refurbishment to high standards
- Slinging, lifting, and safe handling of heavy equipment
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Preparing accurate digital service reports
- Working closely with customers on-site and collaborating with internal teams
- Minimum 5 years’ experience with balers, compactors, or similar waste machinery
- Strong knowledge of electrical and hydraulic systems
- Welding skills (essential)
- Fabrication experience (desirable)
- Full UK Driving Licence (clean)
- Forklift Truck Licence (preferred – training can be provided)
- Confident communicator with strong customer service skills
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexible for occasional Saturday work (paid overtime) and possible overnight stays (subsistence provided)