Mechanical Pump Engineer / Pipefitter (Field Based)

Modus Personnel; Orpington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of engineering solutions is seeking an experienced Mechanical Pump Engineer / Pipefitter in Orpington. The role involves servicing, installation, and repair duties on wastewater sites with minimal overnight stays. Ideal candidates will have mechanical skills and experience in pipes and pumps. This is a full-time, permanent position with training provided, offering an opportunity to work alongside skilled engineers in the field.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering or pipefitting.
• Familiarity with pumps, valves, and pipework.
• Willingness to travel occasionally within the region.

Responsibilities

• Service, install, and commission pumps and pipework.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

Pipefitting

Pumping systems

Water treatment

Job description

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Pump Engineer / Pipefitter (Field Based) to join our market‑leading client, a specialist in pumping equipment solutions with over 60 years experience, covering the Southeast (mainly M25 corridor, occasional trips into London)!

You’ll mainly work on wastewater sites, carrying out servicing, breakdown response, and installation of pumping systems, often working alongside a skilled Electrical Engineer. This is a Monday‑Friday, day‑shift role with minimal overnight stays (approx. once a fortnight) and no weekend working.

Ideal for mechanically skilled candidates including plumbers, pipefitters, or engineers with experience in pumps, valves, pipework, water treatment, drainage, or utilities. Full training provided.

All applicants must be commutable to the Orpington area.

This is a Full‑Time, Permanent position!

What you’ll be doing

• Service, install, and commission pumps, valves, pipework, pumping stations, and kiosks
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical faults