Job Description

Tired of empty promises? We know the game: big numbers that rarely materialise. At DQM, as a family-run business, we believe in honesty and stability. We pay a higher, guaranteed base salary and manage our workload ethically to ensure genuine work-life balance.

Package & Rewards

Guaranteed base salary you can rely on with enhanced overtime from the first hour worked Controlled overtime without burnout. We plan smart for genuine work-life balance 33 days (including Public & Bank Holidays), health cash plan & enhanced sick pay Company van, phone, tablet & laptop Career growth with structured training and a clear path to a more senior role Smart tech to simplify admin

Role

As our Generator Service Engineer, you will take ownership of generator servicing and support activities including:

Routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of customer-owned standby diesel generators Basic mechanical and electrical fault diagnosis Identifying minor remedial works or upgrade recommendations Load bank testing and on-load testing Fuel sampling and polishing Supporting senior engineers on installations, commissioning, and upgrade projects

Location

Based at our Fareham depot, most of your work will be at customer sites across Hampshire and the South Coast, with occasional travel further afield.

Applicants must live within a commutable distance to Fareham - this is not a remote or regionally based position.

Skills and Experience

We are seeking a proactive engineer with transferable skills. Generator experience is a benefit, but not mandatory.

NVQ level 3 or higher in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent apprenticeship Proven hands-on experience in a mechanical/electrical engineering role (maintenance/servicing) Full UK driving licence is essential Ability to obtain police vetting is mandatory (requires UK residency for the last 3 consecutive years) 18th Edition (BS7671) certification would be a benefit but is not mandatory
Is DQM your next move? If you're looking for a company that values efficiency, respect, and balance - not just output - this is your next move.

NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

Equal Opportunity Statement

DQM Limited recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

All applicants must have right to work in the UK and be willing to undertake the relevant pre-employment screening checks should your application be successful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Private medical insurance Referral programme
Application question(s):

How many years of experience do you have working in a mechanical or electrical engineering role (e.g. maintenance, servicing, or repairs)?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) 18th Edition (BS7671) certification (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person