Generator Service Engineer

7 days ago


Leigh WN, United Kingdom Vastmet Recruitment Full time £40,000 - £45,000 per year

Generator Service Engineer

Location: North West (UK-wide travel)

Salary: £40,000–£45,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Hours: Flexible working hours

Type: Permanent

Holidays: 20 Days + Bank Holidays

If you're a seasoned Generator Service Engineer who knows their way around industrial diesel engines, this one's worth a serious look. Our client is expanding their Service Department and needs a capable engineer who's just as confident fault-finding on-site as they are carrying out full overhauls.

You'll be travelling across the UK, working on a wide range of diesel generator equipment, tackling servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and ensuring customers stay operational when it matters most.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Servicing, repairing, and overhauling diesel generators on customer sites
  • Fault-finding and diagnostics on industrial diesel engines
  • Carrying out temporary fixes where possible to minimise downtime
  • Representing the company on-site with professionalism and technical expertise
  • Working independently and sometimes as part of a wider engineering team

What You Need (Essential)

  • 5+ years' hands-on experience in the diesel generator industry
  • City & Guilds / NVQ in Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Strong knowledge of generator engine controllers
  • Experience working across multiple generator manufacturers' equipment
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Able to work independently, confidently, and safely

Nice to Have (Desirable)

  • Completed a recognised engineering apprenticeship
  • Competent with Word, Excel, and ideally PLC-related software
  • Strong diagnostics background—particularly diesel engines
  • Experience or familiarity with UPS systems
  • Naturally organised, adaptable, and calm under pressure
  • A proper can-do attitude

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person



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