Mechanical Engineer in Heywood

Energy Jobline CVL; Heywood; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Field Based) to maintain various systems across the UK. This role requires a full, clean driver’s license and involves travel primarily within the regions of Manchester, Birmingham, and Cumbria. Competitive salary up to £34k, with the potential to earn £50k including bonuses. The ideal candidate will have experience with pumps and valves, strong communication skills, and a proactive attitude.

Benefits

£15 staying away bonus

Additional £60 per week on-call payment

Accommodation and meal expenses covered

Qualifications

• Experience working with pumps & valves is required.
• Candidates with transferrable engineering skills from other sectors will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general site maintenance, including electrical maintenance.
• Maintain various systems including wastewater systems.
• Handle various systems such as submersible pumps and valve systems.

Skills

Previous experience in relevant industries

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Basic electrical understanding

Tools

Submersible pumps

Motor/pump control systems

Pipework and valve systems

Job description

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Mechanical Engineer (Field Based)

Full Time

Permanent Role

Salary up to £34k - including extras up to £50k

We are excited to offer an opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Field Service Engineer to join a leading, family‑run engineering company that provides specialised equipment and systems to a variety of industries, including facilities maintenance, wastewater, and process plants.

This role is a fantastic opportunity to work for a company that truly values its team. With a strong focus on employee welfare and long‑standing staff retention, this business is forward‑thinking and flexible, seeking a candidate who is the right cultural fit as much as possessing the relevant skills and experience.

Role Overview

This is a UK‑wide position, and a full, clean driver’s licence is required. Travel will primarily be within the regions of Manchester, Birmingham, and Cumbria, with occasional further travel and overnight stays.

When staying overnight, you will receive a £15 "staying away" bonus, along with accommodation, meals, and other travel‑related expenses.

You will be part of an on‑call rota, with an additional £60 per week paid for this responsibility.

With the on‑call and enhanced call out rates you could be earning £50k.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct general site maintenance, including electrical maintenance (training is provided however some basic level of electrical understanding, including safe isolation procedures).
• Maintain various systems, including wastewater systems, boosted cold water systems for high‑rise buildings, water treatment systems, and more.
• Handle systems such as submersible pumps, motor/pump control systems, pipework and valve systems (including Ductile Iron, Copper, and Polyethylene), rainwater harvesting systems, and septic tanks.

Key Equipment/Systems

• Cold water booster systems
• Submersible and end suction pumps
• Motor/pump control systems
• Level control and sensing equipment
• Pipework and valve systems (Ductile Iron, Copper, HDPE & MDPE)
• Rainwater harvesting systems
• Borehole pump systems
• Septic tanks, grease traps, and water treatment systems

Sectors

• Facilities Maintenance (FM)
• Property Management
• Specialist Projects (Various sectors)
• Construction
• Wastewater (Sewage) Industry
• Industrial/Processed Plants

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in any of the industries mentioned above is an advantage.
• We will also consider candidates with transferrable engineering knowledge and skills from other sectors.
• A proactive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently are key.
• Please only apply for this role if you have experience working with pumps & valves.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career with a company that genuinely values its employees, we’d love to hear from you.