Senior Field Engineer, Swansea & UK based, £40 – £50k

JK Recruitment Ltd; Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Swansea is seeking a dedicated engineer to provide operational support for commissioning services. This field-based role requires strong technical expertise in plumbing and water treatment systems, with a focus on customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management and technical reporting, along with a full UK driving licence for travel to client sites. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering high-quality services across the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong engineering knowledge in mechanical, chemical, and electrical disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality commissioning services on commercial and industrial projects.
• Conduct fieldwork and technical reporting for customer satisfaction.
• Work on-site in challenging environments.

Skills

Engineering Knowledge

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Risk Assessments

Chemical Dosing Systems

Tools

Project Management Software

IT Systems

Job description

To provide intrinsic operational support to external customers and stakeholders, supporting the continued growth and development of the department, and promoting the prestige of the company's service support and products.

This role involves a combination of fieldwork, technical reporting, and coordination with clients, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality commissioning services on commercial and industrial projects.

The role supports both internal and external customers by delivering high levels of customer satisfaction through strong technical expertise and efficient execution of system installations and flushing procedures. The focus is on the precise installation, calibration, and fluid monitoring of a wide range of systems.

This is primarily a field-based position, with most work conducted on remote customer sites across the UK, away from the Swansea HQ. Currently, the role is approximately 80% fieldwork and 20% office work due to onsite project workload.

Core Skills

• Strong engineering knowledge in mechanical, chemical, and electrical disciplines, with a focus on plumbing and water treatment systems.
• Proven ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with construction methods, materials, and site-based project execution.
• Proficiency in project management software and general IT systems, with a willingness to learn new tools.
• Experience in writing Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS); in-house training will be provided.
• Working knowledge of chemical dosing systems and a basic understanding of corrosion chemistry.
• Awareness of BSRIA BG29 & BG50 guidelines; support and training provided by the senior team.
• Ability to interpret technical reports and respond to technical guidance requests.

Project & Site Duties

• Experience working on-site, including in challenging or inhospitable environments.
• Physically fit and capable of undertaking hands-on field responsibilities.
• Exposure to project management processes.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required for travel to client sites.
• Project management experience or exposure to commissioning scheduling.
• CSCS card or equivalent health and safety certification.
• Knowledge of industrial plumbing systems and water treatment plant operation.