Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Unify; Essex; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Company vehicle

PPE provided

Tools provided

Job summary

Unify is seeking an experienced Field Service Mechanical Engineer to service customer sites and industrial installations across the UK, based in Kent or Essex, with UK-wide travel and a Southeast focus.

You will diagnose faults, perform maintenance, rewiring, testing and system monitoring while adhering to safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, training and benefits.

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship.
• Proven fault-finding, maintenance, commissioning and repair experience.
• Full UK driving licence (preferably clean).
• Experience within heavy engineering or industrial sectors.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults within commercial and heavy industrial systems.
• Carry out fault finding, rewiring, testing and system monitoring.
• Perform routine maintenance in line with manufacturer and compliance standards.
• Rewire systems to a high standard, ensuring compliance with building and safety regulations.
• Lead and assist with planned projects and site outages.
• Provide professional technical assessments and customer advice.
• Deliver high levels of customer service while working independently on site.

Skills

Fault finding

Maintenance

Commissioning

Rewiring

Testing

System monitoring

Strong communication

Education

Completed a recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Title: Field Service Mechanical Engineer

Location: Essex or Kent (UK-wide travel, primarily Southeast)

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Overview

Unify is currently recruiting for experienced Field Service Mechanical Engineers/Technicians on behalf of a well-established and respected engineering services provider. This permanent position is based out of Kent or Essex, with responsibilities covering customer sites and industrial installations and maintenance contracts across the UK, predominantly within the South East region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organisation offering long-term career development, strong earning potential and ongoing training.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Mechanical faults within commercial and heavy industrial systems
• Carry out fault finding, rewiring, testing and system monitoring
• Perform routine maintenance in line with manufacturer and compliance standards
• Rewire systems to a high standard, ensuring compliance with building and safety regulations
• Lead and assist with planned projects and site outages
• Provide professional technical assessments and customer advice
• Deliver high levels of customer service while working independently on site

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed a recognised Mechanical Apprenticeship
• Proven experience in fault finding, Maintenance, commissioning and repair.
• Full UK driving licence (preferably clean)
• Experience within heavy engineering or industrial sectors
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

Desirable Skills

• Experience within the power generation and/or renewable energy sector (prime movers & balance of plant)
• Availability for 1 in 4 call-out rota
• Willingness to work away from home when required

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to £45,000 per annum)
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory/bank holidays
• 40-hour working week (Monday-Friday, office hours)
• Company vehicle, uniform, PPE, tablet and tools provided
• Uncapped overtime
• Ongoing training and development opportunities