Job Description:

Astute's Renewables Team is partnering with a renewable energy technology provider committed to sustainability, innovation, and professional development to recruit a Mechanical Field Service Engineer for its field-based operations across York, Northallerton and Guisborough.

The strategically important Mechanical Field Service Engineer role comes with a starting salary between £45,000-£50,000, company pension, overtime opportunities, company vehicle, and flexible working arrangements.
If you're a Field Service Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity, safety, and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Field Service Technician role

Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:

• Carry out installation, commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of biogas upgrading plants, gas transport systems, and anaerobic digestion facilities.
• Perform planned preventative and reactive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults using specialist diagnostic equipment and technical schematics.
• Support commissioning activities, system upgrades, and refurbishment projects across customer sites.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to operators and clients during breakdowns and maintenance activities.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency breakdown situations when required.
• Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, service reports, and spare parts records using internal service management systems.
• Ensure compliance with all QHSE procedures, risk assessments, and site safety regulations.
• Coordinate tools, consumables, service vehicles, and spare parts to ensure operational readiness.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A higher qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience within industrial maintenance, servicing, or field service environments.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Experience using diagnostic and maintenance tools within industrial environments.
• Previous experience within biogas, anaerobic digestion, renewable energy, or process industries would be advantageous.
• Strong IT skills and experience using CMMS or field service management software.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel frequently to customer sites.

Personal skills

The Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• A strong problem solver with excellent fault-finding and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently in field-based environments.
• Organised and proactive with a structured approach to maintenance activities.
• A strong communicator who can build effective relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Safety-conscious with a strong commitment to QHSE standards and procedures.
• Flexible and willing to travel regularly as part of the role.

Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer role

• £45,000-£50,000 depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Company vehicle and tools provided
• Overtime and on-call allowance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Expenses covered for business travel
• Holiday allowance plus bank holidays

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