Field Service Engineer - Recycling Machinery
Winner Recruitment
Sheffield · posted 1 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Sheffield, England
Field Service Engineer – Recycling Machinery
Winner Recruitment
are recruiting for a
Field Service Engineer
on behalf of one of our clients, a well-established manufacturer and supplier of specialist recycling and waste-processing machinery.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering business that designs, installs, services, and supports recycling equipment for customers across the recycling, waste management, manufacturing, and industrial sectors throughout the UK. Job Title
Field Service Engineer Reporting To
Service Manager / Engineering Manager Location
UK-based with nationwide travel Job Type
Full-time, Permanent Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Field Service Engineer to join our client's growing engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of recycling and waste-processing machinery at customer sites across the UK. This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer with strong mechanical and electrical skills and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities
Install, service, maintain and repair recycling machinery at customer sites Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs Complete onsite commissioning and machinery testing Provide technical support and guidance to customers Complete service reports and maintenance documentation Ensure all work is carried out safely and professionally Work independently and effectively manage your own workload Participate in occasional overtime and call-out support when required Machinery You'll Be Working With
Horizontal balers Vertical balers Static compactors Portable compactors Drum crushers Conveyor systems Hydraulic recycling machinery PLC-controlled equipment Electro-hydraulic systems Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Previous experience as a Field Service Engineer or Maintenance Engineer Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills Experience working on industrial or recycling machinery Good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems Ability to read mechanical and electrical engineering drawings Full UK Driving Licence Excellent communication and customer service skills Flexible approach to nationwide travel and overnight stays Desirable
PLC fault-finding experience 18th Edition qualification Mechanical or Electrical apprenticeship Welding and fabrication experience Experience within the recycling or waste management industry IPAF, PASMA or Forklift certifications Personal Attributes
Reliable and professional Self-motivated with a proactive attitude Strong problem-solving ability Team player Organised with excellent attention to detail Calm under pressure What's on Offer
Competitive salary Overtime opportunities Company vehicle Mobile phone and laptop Company pension Ongoing training and development Genuine career progression opportunities Business travel expenses covered If you're an experienced Field Service Engineer looking for your next challenge with a growing and innovative engineering business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact
Winner Recruitment
for a confidential discussion. Winner Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
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Winner Recruitment
are recruiting for a
Field Service Engineer
on behalf of one of our clients, a well-established manufacturer and supplier of specialist recycling and waste-processing machinery.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing engineering business that designs, installs, services, and supports recycling equipment for customers across the recycling, waste management, manufacturing, and industrial sectors throughout the UK. Job Title
Field Service Engineer Reporting To
Service Manager / Engineering Manager Location
UK-based with nationwide travel Job Type
Full-time, Permanent Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Field Service Engineer to join our client's growing engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of recycling and waste-processing machinery at customer sites across the UK. This is a hands-on role suited to an engineer with strong mechanical and electrical skills and a customer-focused attitude. Key Responsibilities
Install, service, maintain and repair recycling machinery at customer sites Diagnose electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic faults Carry out preventative maintenance and breakdown repairs Complete onsite commissioning and machinery testing Provide technical support and guidance to customers Complete service reports and maintenance documentation Ensure all work is carried out safely and professionally Work independently and effectively manage your own workload Participate in occasional overtime and call-out support when required Machinery You'll Be Working With
Horizontal balers Vertical balers Static compactors Portable compactors Drum crushers Conveyor systems Hydraulic recycling machinery PLC-controlled equipment Electro-hydraulic systems Skills & Experience Required
Essential
Previous experience as a Field Service Engineer or Maintenance Engineer Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills Experience working on industrial or recycling machinery Good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems Ability to read mechanical and electrical engineering drawings Full UK Driving Licence Excellent communication and customer service skills Flexible approach to nationwide travel and overnight stays Desirable
PLC fault-finding experience 18th Edition qualification Mechanical or Electrical apprenticeship Welding and fabrication experience Experience within the recycling or waste management industry IPAF, PASMA or Forklift certifications Personal Attributes
Reliable and professional Self-motivated with a proactive attitude Strong problem-solving ability Team player Organised with excellent attention to detail Calm under pressure What's on Offer
Competitive salary Overtime opportunities Company vehicle Mobile phone and laptop Company pension Ongoing training and development Genuine career progression opportunities Business travel expenses covered If you're an experienced Field Service Engineer looking for your next challenge with a growing and innovative engineering business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV or contact
Winner Recruitment
for a confidential discussion. Winner Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
TPBN1_UKTJ