Holt Recruitment

Field Service Engineer - Generators

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Field Service Engineer to join a leading engineering business specialising in the service, maintenance and repair of industrial diesel generators.

Working across the Leeds region, you will provide on-site support to customers, carrying out planned preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, emergency breakdown repairs and remedial works on a wide range of generator equipment.

This role is ideal for an experienced generator engineer who enjoys working independently, solving technical problems and delivering first-class customer service.

The Role As a Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include:

- Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on diesel generators.
- Responding to customer breakdowns and emergency call-outs.
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and control system faults.
- Completing remedial repairs and ensuring equipment is returned to service quickly and safely.
- Inspecting equipment and identifying additional repair requirements.
- Carrying out generator commissioning, testing and inspections.
- Completing service reports and maintenance documentation accurately.
- Maintaining excellent working relationships with customers.
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with company procedures and Health & Safety legislation.
- Maintaining company tools, vehicle and equipment to a high standard.

The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone who has:

- A minimum of 5 years\' experience servicing and repairing industrial diesel generators.
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Experience working on diesel engines, alternators, fuel systems and generator control systems.
- Experience working on large standby generators, including units up to 2MW.
- Good understanding of generator servicing, commissioning, installation and PDI processes.
- The ability to diagnose faults independently and work with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Skills

- Experience with Deep Sea Electronics (DSE) control systems.
- Experience with ComAp generator controllers.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
- CSCS Card.

What\'s on Offer?

- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Company vehicle.
- Uniform and PPE provided.
- Medical and Dental Cash Plan.
- Life Assurance.
- Company pension scheme.
- Ongoing manufacturer and in-house technical training.
- Long-term career development with a well-established engineering business.

If you're an experienced Generator Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Diesel Engineer or Power Generation Engineer looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.

peter@holtautomotive.co.uk


  • Start: 06/07/2026
  • Rate: £42000 - £48000 per annum
  • Location: Leeds,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Engineering
  • Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
  • Contact: Peter Kimber
  • Tel: +44 (0)1202 552915
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: V-311752
  • Posted: 2026-07-06 15:17:05 -

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