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Posted 20 July, 2026

Hydraulic Service Engineer

Robertson Recruitment Services Ltd
Derby, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Description:

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Starting Salary of £45k will be increased to £55k after successful probationary period.

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Are you an experienced engineer with a strong understanding of both electrical systems and hydraulics?

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We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established heavy plant machinery business that is looking to strengthen its Service Engineering team with a skilled Electrical & Hydraulic Service Engineer.

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This is a field-based role offering extensive training, excellent earning potential, and the opportunity to work on specialist equipment across the UK.

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The Role

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Following a comprehensive one-month training programme on the company's machinery, you will become a key member of the service team, travelling throughout the UK to diagnose, repair, and maintain a range of heavy plant equipment.

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Working Hours

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  • Monday to Friday
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  • Flexible working hours
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  • 40 hours per week
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  • Start any time from 6:00am, provided contracted hours are completed
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  • Overtime available and standard rate
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You will be responsible for:

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  • Diagnosing electrical and hydraulic faults on specialist machinery.
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  • Interpreting PLC fault codes and using technical drawings to identify and rectify faults.
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  • Reading and understanding hydraulic schematics.
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  • Identifying and troubleshooting hydraulic components including valves, pumps, motors, cylinders, and associated systems.
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  • Carrying out repairs, servicing, and maintenance work both on customer sites and in the field.
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  • Providing technical support and ensuring machinery is returned to full operational condition.
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What We're Looking For

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To be successful in this role, you must have:

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  • Strong electrical fault-finding experience.
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  • A solid understanding of PLC systems and fault code diagnostics.
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  • The ability to interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
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  • Strong hydraulic knowledge with the ability to read and understand hydraulic schematics.
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  • A thorough understanding of hydraulic symbols and components including valves, pumps, motors, and associated systems.
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  • Excellent diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
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  • A full UK driving licence.
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Highly Desirable Skills:

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Experience working on: Granulators, Compact Balers and Shears

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Candidates from a recycling, waste management, heavy plant, or material handling background will be highly regarded.

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Training & Development

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The successful candidate will receive:

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  • One month of structured training on the company's machinery and systems.
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  • Ongoing technical support and development.
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  • The opportunity to become a recognised specialist within a growing sector.
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What's on Offer?

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  • Company vehicle
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  • Fuel card
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  • Company credit card for all business expenses
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  • Fully expensed travel and accommodation when overnight stays are required
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  • Monday to Friday working pattern
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  • Flexible start times from 6:00am onwards
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  • 40-hour working week
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  • Overtime paid at time and a half
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  • Long-term career progression opportunities
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If you're an engineer who thrives on fault-finding, enjoys travelling, and has the electrical and hydraulic expertise to keep complex machinery operating at its best, we'd love to hear from you.

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