Field & Workshop Installation Technician

Fishtek; Buckfastleigh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Annual bonus

Training & development

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Fishtek, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a practical Installation Operative to join our team. The role combines hands-on workshop work in Buckfastleigh with offshore and on-site installations across the UK, requiring reliability, safety focus and a willingness to travel.

You will support project preparation, pre-assembly of components, and the installation of fish and eel pass components on site. Travel, staying away from home when required, and maintaining high standards of workmanship are

Qualifications

• Level 4 HNC in Mechanical/Civil Engineering or Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Manufacturing Engineering / Engineering Maintenance / Construction Operations.
• 3+ years practical experience in construction, mechanical installation, maintenance, fabrication or similar operations.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to commute reliably to Buckfastleigh and attend the unit when not working on site.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently and stay away from home for project work.
• Good attention to detail, a safety mindset and the ability to work independently or in a small team.
• Basic IT skills and willingness to learn company systems and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and pre-assemble fabricated and mechanical components before mobilisation.
• Support loading, unloading, packing, mobilisation and demobilisation.
• Maintain tools, plant, installation equipment, consumables and stock in an organised condition.
• Assist with routine inspections, maintenance activities and records under the direction of the Site Supervisor.
• Help maintain a safe, clean and efficient workshop and storage unit.
• Install fish and eel pass components on sites across the UK.
• Carry out setting out, drilling, installation of mechanical and chemical anchors, basic pipework and small concrete/formwork activities.
• Use hand and power tools near water, following risk assessments and site rules.
• Travel and stay away from home as required on projects.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Driving licence (UK)

Commute to Buckfastleigh

Safety awareness

Teamwork

IT basics

Education

HNC in Mechanical/Civil Engineering (Level 4)

NVQ Diploma in Mechanical/Engineering Maintenance/Construction Operations (Level 3)

Tools

CSCS training

Job description

Fishtek, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a practical Installation Operative to join our team. The role combines hands-on workshop work in Buckfastleigh with offshore and on-site installations across the UK, requiring reliability, safety focus and a willingness to travel.

You will support project preparation, pre-assembly of components, and the installation of fish and eel pass components on site. Travel, staying away from home when required, and maintaining high standards of workmanship are