Mechanical Engineer

Smart 1 Recruitment Limited; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Company phone

Travel time paid to site

Accommodation & food allowance

Job summary

Smart 1 Recruitment Limited seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer for an onsite installation and refurbishment role in Bromsgrove. The position is permanent and includes a company van and phone.

You will travel 2–3 times per week, with travel time paid as part of working hours and overnight accommodation/food allowances provided. Key duties include installing and refurbishing AHUs, testing, commissioning, fault-finding, and liaising with on-site teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Assembly Fitter or Site Installation Engineer.
• Solid experience working on AHUs, HVAC systems or ventilation plant.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide and stay away.
• Site cards CSCS, IPAF or PASMA are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Mechanically remove, replace and install fans, coils, heat exchangers, framework and panels on AHUs.
• Carry out on-site mechanical installation, refurbishment, adjustment and fault-finding.
• Complete mechanical modifications and retrofits for ventilation equipment upgrades.
• Work from drawings, specs and installation blueprints.
• Coordinate with colleagues, customers and on-site contractors to complete work efficiently.
• Maintain health and safety and safe working conditions at all times.
• Log and record completed mechanical works and outstanding issues.

Skills

Mechanical Fitter experience

Site Installation Engineer

Ability to travel nationwide

Site cards CSCS/IPAF/PASMA

Mechanical hand & power tools

Education

Mechanical apprenticeship/qualification

Tools

N/A

Job description

Well-established air handling units manufacturing company require an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their onsite installation and refurbishment team. Offered as a permanent contract, the role of Mechanical Engineer provides a company vehicle and phone. Previous knowledge and experience of mechanical fitting and refurbishment is essential, given the inherent risks involved in the role, an individual who prioritises safety and adherence to precautionary measures is essential. As Mechanical Engineer you will also be required to work away 2/3 times a week, travel time to site is payable working hours, overnight accommodation and food allowance is also provided.

Duties

• Mechanically remove, replace and install fans, coils, heat exchangers, framework and panels on all types of AHUs
• Carry out on-site mechanical installation, refurbishment, adjustment and structural fault-finding
• Complete mechanical modifications and retrofits associated with ventilation equipment upgrades
• Work accurately from engineering drawings, technical specifications and installation blueprints
• Assess equipment condition, identify wear or damage and report additional work required
• Support testing, commissioning and handover activities within your area of competence
• Coordinate closely with colleagues, customers and other on-site contractors to complete work efficiently
• Prioritising health and safety, ensuring safe working conditions are maintained at all times
• Log and record completed mechanical works and any outstanding operational issues

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter, Assembly Fitter or Site Installation Engineer
• A relevant mechanical apprenticeship, qualification or demonstrable equivalent experience
• Solid experience working on AHUs, HVAC systems or industrial ductwork/ventilation plant
• Strong mechanical skills, attention to detail and ability to use mechanical hand and power tools
• Knowledge of site safety procedures, method statements and risk assessments
• Full UK driving licence and complete flexibility to travel nationwide and stay away
• Relevant site cards (CSCS, IPAF, or PASMA) are highly advantageous

Location: Bromsgrove, Worcestershire (Must be flexible as will be required to work away 2/3 times a week)

Salary: £17 – £23 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits: Company van, Company phone, Payable working hours include travel time to site, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hours: 40 hours per week

Overtime paid at time‑and‑a‑half for hours over 50 per week

Premium Rates

• Night rate paid at x1.3
• Weekend rate paid at x1.5