Field Service Engineer - Mechanical

ZipRecruiter; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Field Service Engineer specialized in mechanical systems. The role offers diverse responsibilities in maintenance and installation of industrial equipment, alongside significant opportunities for career progression. Candidates should possess mechanical engineering qualifications and be willing to travel.

Benefits

Company Van

Door-to-Door Pay

Travel Uplift

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Level 3-qualified mechanical technician.
• Experience in mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to obtain DV level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations on industrial equipment.
• Field-based work mainly within an hour of Portsmouth with occasional travel.
• Opportunity for career progression into senior roles.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Independence

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualifications

Job description

Job Description

Field Service Engineer - Mechanical

£40,000-£42,000 + Door-to-Door Pay + Company Van + Travel Uplift + Career Progression

Location: Portsmouth (Commutable from: Southampton, Fareham, Havant, Chichester, Gosport, Waterlooville)

Are you a hands-on mechanical engineer looking for variety, stability, and real progression? Join a growing engineering business where no two days are the same. You'll work on-site across the South of England, enjoy job security, and benefit from long-term career development.

This company is an established provider of mechanical and electrical services, supporting a wide range of industrial clients. With 30+ engineers and steady year-on-year growth, they promote from within and offer the chance to move into leadership or project roles.

You'll be joining a close-knit team that values quality work and supports long-term development. Your responsibilities will include carrying out mechanical maintenance, repairs, and installations on varied industrial equipment, including pumps, valves, compressors, and machine tools. The role is field-based within an hour of Portsmouth, with occasional travel further afield (accommodation and expenses paid, with a 20% uplift for working away).

This role suits a Level 3-qualified mechanical technician with broad experience, who is happy to travel, fault-find, and grow with a supportive and ambitious company.

The Role:

• Field-based mechanical maintenance, repair, and installation on pumps, valves, compressors, and machine tools.
• Work mainly within an hour of Portsmouth with occasional travel and overnight stays (expenses paid plus a 20% uplift).
• Opportunity for career progression into senior or project management roles within a growing engineering company.

The Candidate:

• Mechanical Engineering qualifications.
• Broad mechanical maintenance skills with the ability to work independently and troubleshoot effectively.
• Willingness to travel regularly and stay away from home when required, with the ability to obtain DV level security clearance.

Reference Number: BBBH (phone number removed)

To apply for this role or for further opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sagar Sherchan at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is a bracket available for this position.

The actual salary paid will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.