Field Service Engineer

Liebherr Group

. Carry out inspections, servicing, diagnostics, commissioning, maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment at customer sites and within the depot .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSheffield • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical expertise in fault-finding, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems in heavy plant and construction equipment. Capable of delivering exceptional customer service while adhering to health, safety, and quality standards.

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Fault-Finding ExpertiseMaintenance And Repair ExperienceCustomer-Facing ExperienceHealth And Safety ComplianceTechnical Expertise In Heavy Plant

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Hard Skills

DiagnosticsCommissioningPreventative MaintenanceMechanical Systems RepairHydraulic Systems RepairElectrical Systems RepairInspection ReportingTroubleshootingTechnical DocumentationCustomer Handover

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunicationProblem-SolvingIndependenceContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Field Service ToolsDiagnostic EquipmentComputer SoftwareReporting ToolsMaintenance Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

NVQ Level 3 Engineering Apprenticeship

Industry Keywords

Heavy PlantConstruction EquipmentHealth And Safety PoliciesQuality StandardsContinuous Improvement Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Carry out inspections, servicing, diagnostics, commissioning, maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment at customer sites and within the depot
Diagnose faults and implement effective repairs to minimise machine downtime and maximise customer productivity
Commission machines and attachments, complete customer handovers, deliver basic operator familiarisation, and complete commissioning documentation
Develop and maintain relationships with customers, operators, supervisors and maintenance personnel
Identify developing faults, wear trends and maintenance requirements and recommend preventative maintenance solutions
Identify housekeeping, contamination, operational and maintenance issues affecting machine performance and offer practical solutions
Produce detailed inspection and service reports with findings and recommended corrective actions
Complete work according to manufacturer specifications, company procedures and industry best practices
Process warranty and return parts correctly
Collaborate with depot-based support teams and assist fellow engineers
Comply with health, safety and environmental policies and procedures
Conduct customer courtesy visits and proactive fleet inspections
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain professional standards, company vehicle condition and equipment care while representing the Liebherr brand

Requirements

What you’ll need

Recognised engineering apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
Experience in a Field Service Engineer, Plant Fitter or similar engineering role
Proven fault-finding, maintenance and repair experience on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems
Experience working in a customer-facing environment
Good IT literacy
Ability to complete reports accurately
Strong technical expertise in heavy plant, construction equipment, or similar machinery
Ability to work independently at customer sites
Strong commitment to health and safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Stable, secure, and supportive working environment
Long-term career development opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge
Collaborative and customer-focused team environment