Service Engineer

WR Engineering; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Thirsk is seeking a Service Engineer to perform maintenance on site utilities and equipment. The role involves planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair work. Candidates should be qualified in a mechanical or electrical discipline and have experience with industrial plant equipment. The position offers a salary range of £35,000 to £40,000 and requires strong mechanical skills with basic electrical knowledge.

Qualifications

• Qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with equipment such as boilers, compressors, and heating systems.
• Basic electrical knowledge and strong mechanical skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on site utilities.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs to minimize downtime.
• Develop and update planned maintenance schedules.

Skills

Qualified in mechanical or electrical engineering

Experience with industrial plant services equipment

Strong mechanical skills

Basic electrical knowledge

Education

Qualified in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline

Job description

Role: Service Engineer

Location: Thirsk

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on site utilities and services.
• Perform inspections, condition monitoring, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs to minimise downtime.
• Implement improvements to plant and equipment to enhance reliability and performance.
• Record all maintenance activities accurately within the maintenance management system.
• Develop and update planned maintenance schedules and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, safety, and inspection requirements.
• Maintain inspection, servicing, and certification records for site services systems.
• Manage critical spare parts and coordinate stock levels with engineering stores.
• Provide mechanical support to wider engineering teams as required.
• Support new installations, upgrades, and small engineering projects.

Skills and Experience

• Qualified in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with industrial plant and site services equipment such as boilers, compressors, heating systems, and water treatment.
• Strong mechanical skills with basic electrical knowledge.
• Able to diagnose faults, carry out repairs, and maintain equipment safely.