Plant Field Service Technician
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78 days left
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
December 24, 2026
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Location
United Kingdom
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Salary
£40,000 - £48,000 /year
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Career level
Experienced Tradesperson
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Qualification
Relevant NVQ Level 2/3 trade certificate, CISRS, CSCS or CPCS card
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Experience
2 – 5 Years
Description
Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Plant Field Service Technician to join their project team in United Kingdom delivering critical civil and building infrastructure. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.
Plant Field Service Technician (Nationwide)
Position Overview & Key Facts
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Vacancy Requisition ID: 7898
- Project / Base Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
- Target Experience: 2 – 5 Years
- Compensation Benchmark: £40,000 – £48,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
- Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Carry out servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and support to a wide range of plant equipment.
- Respond to breakdowns and planned maintenance across sites nationwide.
- Complete inspections, testing, and documentation in line with company procedures and safety standards.
- Liaise with plant managers, site teams, and suppliers to minimise downtime.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with health & safety and statutory requirements.
- Experience & Qualifications
- Proven previous experience in a similar plant field service or mobile technician role.
- Competent to Plant Maintenance Level 3 (or equivalent).
- Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical fault-finding skills.
- Experience maintaining a diverse plant fleet (e.g. construction, industrial, or hire equipment).
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- Flexible approach to working hours and travel.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
- We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email
- NVQ Level 3 in Plant Maintenance, Construction Plant Mechanics, Heavy Vehicle Repair, or recognized equivalent apprenticeship.
What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)
- Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
- Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
- Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
- Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly for this Opportunity
This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.