Mechanical

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Harlow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Specialist LPG training

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Mobile Mechanical & LPG Engineer to join a well-established family‑run SME in the UK. The role covers servicing, maintenance, repairs, fault finding, and inspections across mechanical equipment and LPG systems, with LPG training provided. Domestic/Gas qualifications are encouraged to apply.

You will diagnose faults, perform planned maintenance, respond to breakdowns, and ensure safety and compliance across diverse engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Domestic Gas Engineer qualification or experience is valued.
• LPG engineering interest and willingness to train further.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and servicing of mechanical systems.
• Fault finding and diagnostics across LPG and mechanical equipment.
• Engine repairs and replacements; hydraulic and electrical troubleshooting.
• Mast servicing, welding and fabrication, and field service/ breakdown support.
• On-site repairs, maintenance, and compliance checks including LOLER/PUWER.

Skills

Domestic Gas Engineer

Commercial Gas Engineer

LPG Engineer

Plant Fitter

Forklift Engineer

Agricultural Engineer

Field Service Engineer

Marine Engineer

Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Job description

Mobile Mechanical & LPG Engineer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established, family‑run SME offering a genuine work‑life balance, long‑term job security, and the chance to develop specialist skills in LPG systems.

We are seeking a multi‑skilled engineer to carry out servicing, maintenance, repairs, fault finding, and inspections across a variety of mechanical equipment and systems. While previous LPG experience is beneficial, it is not essential. Candidates with Domestic Gas qualifications or experience are particularly encouraged, as these skills provide an excellent foundation for full LPG training and development.

Offer

• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Company van provided
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Specialist LPG training and development
• Opportunity to work across multiple engineering disciplines
• Career progression within a growing family‑run business
• Supportive team environment with a strong focus on work‑life balance

Role

This is a truly multi‑skilled engineering position, combining elements of mechanical engineering, LPG systems, hydraulics, electrical fault finding, welding and fabrication, marine engineering, and field service and breakdown support.

You will be responsible for diagnosing faults, carrying out planned maintenance, responding to breakdowns, and ensuring equipment remains safe, compliant, and operational.

Key Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and servicing
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• Engine repairs and replacements
• Hydraulic system repairs
• Transmission and differential work
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Mast servicing and inspections
• Welding and fabrication
• Tyre replacement and servicing
• Emergency breakdown response
• LOLER and PUWER inspections
• Compliance and safety checks

Marine Engineering Responsibilities

• Narrow boat and cruiser servicing and repairs
• Engine replacements
• Welding and over‑plating repairs
• Electrical, water, and heating system repairs
• Breakdown attendance and fault diagnosis
• Boat Safety Scheme inspections
• On‑site repairs and maintenance

About You

• Domestic Gas Engineer
• Commercial Gas Engineer
• LPG Engineer
• Plant Fitter
• Forklift Engineer
• Agricultural Engineer
• Field Service Engineer
• Marine Engineer
• Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Candidates with Gas Safe Domestic qualifications are particularly of interest, as these skills can be transferred into LPG engineering through specialist training.

The Ideal Candidate

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience fault finding and repairing equipment
• Knowledge of engines, hydraulics, or electrical systems
• A practical, hands‑on approach
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Full UK driving licence
• Desire to learn new skills and develop into a specialist LPG engineer

Why Join?

This isn’t a standard maintenance role. It’s an opportunity to become part of a successful family‑run business where you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of engineering disciplines, receive specialist LPG training, and enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with no weekend working.

If you’re looking for something different, with genuine long‑term progression and the chance to build a diverse engineering skill set, this could be the perfect next step in your career.