Service Engineer

Vp plc; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Life Assurance cover 3x salary

Share save scheme

Eye care vouchers

Learning & Development

Discounts on HP products

Gym discounts

Health Shield

Job summary

Vp plc is seeking a Service Engineer to repair MEP Hire and customers’ machines to manufacturer specifications and high standards. The role requires a relevant mechanical or electrical qualification, IT literacy, and a full UK driving licence.

You will be responsible for spares requests, cost allocation, and maintaining safety and compliance at the branch level. We expect applicants to have industry experience though it is not essential, and you will play a key role in upskilling and developing

Qualifications

• Relevant mechanical or electrical qualification.
• IT literate with ability to navigate digital tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs to MEP Hire and customers’ machines following manufacturer specs and safety standards.
• Ensure spares are requested and damaged/worn stickers are replaced for accurate records.
• Take responsibility for health and safety within the branch and ensure HSE compliance.

Skills

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Education

Mechanical or Electrical qualification

Job description

As our Service Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out repairs to MEP Hire and customers’ machines according to manufacturer’s specifications and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• You will ensure that spares are requested to facilitate the speedy repair of equipment and that damaged/worn stickers are replaced.
• You will be accountable for marking fleet items, ensuring correct allocation of costs, affordability of repairs and equipment ownership, which will be easy to identify.

What We’re Looking For

Candidates for this position must have a relevant mechanical or electrical qualification.

You will also need to be IT literate with a full UK driving license and have some knowledge of repairs.

We are ideally looking for applicants with industry experience however this is not essential.

Taking responsibility for the health and safety within your branch, you must make ensure the business is compliant with HSE legislation and offers a safe working environment for the branch team as a whole, but also for individual employees within their roles.

The role requires an effective people person with the ability to set objectives and assess progress but also to ensure that you are fully trained and developed in order to carry out your role.

What We Can Offer You

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Monday to Friday hours
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Free Tool Hire
• Life Assurance cover 3x salary
• Share save scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in housetraining available alongside external training where required
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service recognition
• My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well‑known brands
• Discounts on HP products
• EE mobile contract discount offers
• Gym discounts
• Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
• Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining

A Little Bit About Us

MEP Hire is a leading provider of mechanical and electrical press fittings and low-level access products in the UK. We cater to the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical markets, delivering reliable solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients.

With a strong commitment to excellence, MEP Hire has established itself as a trusted name in the industry. Our focus on mechanical and electrical press fittings ensures that we deliver high-quality products that meet the rigorous standards of the construction and installation processes.

We understand the unique requirements of the construction, fit-out, mechanical, and electrical sectors. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of low-level access products, designed to facilitate safe and efficient work at height.

At MEP Hire, we prioritise customer satisfaction. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing exceptional service and support, ensuring that our clients receive the right products and solutions for their projects. We value long-term partnerships and strive to exceed expectations in every interaction.

Joining MEP Hire means becoming part of a company that values excellence, innovation, and customer‑centricity. We offer a dynamic work environment where your skills and expertise will be recognised and celebrated. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in the construction, fit-out, mechanical and electrical markets, delivering reliable and efficient solutions to our valued customers.

Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.