Field Service Engineer – Diesel Generators & Compressors

Posted 22 Oct 2026

Speedy Hire Plc

Nottingham (Engineering)

http://www.speedyservices.com


Job Type:permanentDuration:
Category:EngineeringRecruiter Reference:SPD/TP/279640/22196
URL for Applications:Apply HereSalary:Competitive

Field Service Engineer – Generators & Compressors

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Location: Bristol – Covering Bristol, Taunton and Gloucester
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (40 hours per week)
Overtime: Paid at 1.5x, door-to-door
On-call: 1-in-4 rota, with additional payments

Ready to power up your engineering career?

At Speedy Hire, we're the UK's leading hire provider, and we're looking for a skilled Field Service Engineer to join our Power & Energy team, covering Bristol and the surrounding areas.

If you're experienced with diesel engines, enjoy fault-finding and want a role with variety, independence and excellent earning potential, we'd love to hear from you!

With a company van, fuel card, paid overtime and additional on-call earnings, this is a great opportunity to take your engineering career further.

What you'll be doing

  • Servicing, maintaining and repairing generators (20–1400 kVA) and compressors at customer sites.

  • Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs.

  • Attending breakdowns and completing planned maintenance.

  • Working with modern equipment, including ComAp and Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) control systems.

  • Delivering excellent customer service and keeping equipment running safely and efficiently.

What we're looking for

  • Strong mechanical knowledge, particularly diesel engines.

  • Experience in fault-finding, servicing and repairs.

  • Background in generators, compressors, plant or similar equipment.

  • Full UK driving licence.

  • Good communication skills and the ability to work independently.

  • Willingness to participate in overtime and a 1-in-4 on-call rota.

Don't have direct generator experience? We'd also love to hear from HGV Mechanics, Plant Fitters, Forklift Engineers, Marine Engineers and those with transferable mechanical engineering skills.

Why join Speedy?

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience

  • Overtime paid at 1.5x, door-to-door

  • 1-in-4 on-call rota with standby allowance and call-out payments

  • Company van and fuel card for business use

  • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • 95% discount across the Speedy brand

  • Pension scheme and life assurance

  • Technical training and career progression

  • Voluntary Health Cash Plan

  • Employee wellbeing support

  • Retail discounts through My Staff Shop

  • Green Commute Initiative

Your next career move starts here!

Join a team where your technical skills are valued, your development is supported and no two days are the same.

Apply today and power up your career with Speedy Hire!


Speedy Hire is an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

All applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Some roles may require background checks.

Vacancies may close early due to high application volumes.

Our ESG policies: https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance

How to Apply

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