Mechanical Engineer

Meridian Business Support Limited; Heywood; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned engineering services provider is seeking a Mechanical Field Service Engineer for a full-time, permanent role based in the UK. This position involves maintaining pumps, valves, and control systems at various client sites, offering a competitive starting salary of £34k with potential earnings of up to £50k including on-call pay and bonuses. Candidates must hold a UK driving license and be prepared for occasional overnight stays. The company values staff retention and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overnight travel covered

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience maintaining and repairing pumps, valves, pipework, and control systems.
• Familiar with submersible and end-suction pumps, and water treatment systems.
• Ability to work independently and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical systems on client sites.
• Troubleshoot issues with pumps and control systems.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of equipment.

Skills

Experience in maintaining pumps and valves

Troubleshooting skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Job description

Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Overview

Full‑time, permanent role across the UK (mainly Manchester, Birmingham, Cumbria). Heavily mobile, with occasional overnight stays and on‑call rota.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience maintaining and repairing pumps, valves, pipework, and control systems on client sites.
• Familiarity with submersible and end‑suction pumps, cold water boosters, water treatment systems, rainwater harvesting, and septic tanks.
• Ability to work independently, troubleshoot, communicate effectively, and provide good customer service.
• UK full, clean driving licence essential.

What We Offer

£34k+ base, up to £50k with on‑call and bonuses (£60 per week rota). Overnight travel covered (£15 per night + accommodation & meals). Supportive, family‑run engineering company that values staff retention and career progression.