Field Service Engineer – Heavy Equipment Specialist (Ireland)
Location: Co. Laois (Nationwide Field Service)
The Opportunity
We are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a world-leading European manufacturer of highly sophisticated, heavy industrial machinery. Our client's equipment is renowned globally for its cutting-edge technology, reliability, and precision engineering. This is a confidential search to strengthen the service team at their successful Irish operation.
This role offers an exceptional chance to work with some of the largest and most complex mobile industrial equipment in the sector, supported by rigorous, manufacturer-led training.
The Role
As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for the advanced maintenance and technical support of the client’s high-value machinery fleet throughout Ireland. This is a field-based position requiring a blend of technical expertise, independence, and strong customer focus.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Perform complex diagnostic testing, scheduled maintenance, and reactive repairs on mechanical, advanced hydraulic, and electrical systems.
-
Utilize proprietary digital diagnostic tools and software for precise fault resolution and system recalibration.
-
Manage independent travel across Ireland in a fully equipped service vehicle to provide on-site customer support.
-
Maintain accurate service records and provide professional technical consultation to clients.
-
Commit to continuous learning through manufacturer-funded training programs to stay current with all technical innovations.
Candidate Requirements
-
Proven experience as a Service Engineer or Technician working with heavy plant, large vehicles, or high-tech industrial machinery.
-
Exceptional ability in hydraulic system diagnostics and repair.
-
Strong electrical and electronic fault-finding skills, including proficiency with machine control units (ECUs).
-
A clean, full driving license and the essential flexibility required for extensive nationwide travel.
Offer
A highly competitive remuneration package is on offer, including a strong base salary, a fully expensed company service vehicle, specialised tools, and unparalleled, ongoing technical training directly from the manufacturer.