Resident Engineer

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy for military veterans is seeking a Resident Engineer in Oxford, offering a salary of £31–43k depending on experience. The ideal candidate will have a military mechanical/electrical engineering background and will handle a range of responsibilities including diagnosing faults, conducting maintenance, and servicing equipment. The role promises a supportive and secure environment for professional growth, with strong company values aligned with those of the military.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

6% employer pension contribution

Employee discount schemes

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults.
• Experience with plant equipment or machinery.
• Full UK driving licence necessary.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Conduct preventative maintenance.
• Service forklifts and advanced machinery.

Skills

Military mechanical/electrical engineering experience

Confidence using IT systems and diagnostic tools

Ability to work autonomously

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Resident Engineer (282jc) – Oxford - £31 – 43k (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

Are you a former military technician or engineer looking for a role where your skills, discipline and problem-solving ability are genuinely valued? A global leader in forklift trucks and warehouse equipment is recruiting Resident Engineers at a customer site in Oxford — and they’re keen to speak with military veterans from REME, Royal Engineers, RAF / Army / Navy engineering branches, or any hands-on technical trade.

DUE TO THE NATURE OF THIS RECRUITMENT CONSULTANCY, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO REPRESENT INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE EX MILITARY.

This is a role that suits someone who enjoys working independently, taking ownership, and keeping high-value equipment mission-ready — very similar to the engineering environment in the forces.

The Role

As a Resident Engineer, you’ll be permanently based at a dedicated customer site, becoming a trusted technical specialist within their operation. You’ll handle a wide range of responsibilities, including :

• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
• Conducting preventative maintenance to keep the fleet operational
• Servicing forklifts and advanced material-handling machinery
• Supporting day-to-day operations and maintaining strong customer relationships
• Providing technical advice, ensuring equipment safety and reliability

Every day brings something different — ideal for someone who thrives in a varied, hands-on engineering role.

Who They’re Looking For

They welcome engineers from a range of backgrounds, especially those with :

• Military mechanical / electrical engineering experience (REME VM / Tech Elec, Armoured Systems, Marines / RAF techs, etc.)
• Vehicle technician or plant / engineering backgrounds
• Experience with plant equipment, powered access, agricultural machinery or mechanical systems
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) ideal, but not essential
• Confidence using IT systems and diagnostic tools
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team

If you’re unsure whether you fit — they encourage you to get in touch.

What You’ll Receive

• £31–43k, depending on experience
• Monday to Sunday rota, with shift premiums and overtime available with a choice of 40 or 45 hr working week
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (plus extra leave for long service)
• 6% employer pension contribution (4% employee minimum)
• Employee discount schemes & incentive schemes
• 6-week world-class induction programme
• Ongoing professional development, technical grading progression
• Full product training + funded Forklift Driver Licence
• Opportunities for extended learning up to degree level
• Laptop, phone and all specialist tooling provided
• Tool replacement policy
• Full PPE and specialist workwear, company cleaned
• Strong technical support network (local & national)

Join a company that values precision, professionalism and reliability — the same qualities you built in the military. This is a long-term, secure engineering career with genuine progression and world-class support.

For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on (phone number removed)