Site Services Engineer

Kandhu Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Folkestone is seeking a Site Services Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of essential site utilities and infrastructure. This fast-paced role requires strong technical skills and a proactive approach to maintenance tasks. Join a collaborative team focused on reliability, safety, and continuous improvement, while enjoying a competitive salary and attractive benefits package.

Benefits

4% performance-related discretionary bonus

9% company matched pension plan

4x life assurance scheme

Health cashback plan

24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Option to buy/sell additional days

Qualifications

• Proven experience with boilers, HVAC, RO systems, and chillers.
• Comfortable supervising contractors and managing safety protocols.
• Good understanding of water treatment and fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Acting as first response for site service issues.
• Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Overseeing contractors and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Skills

Fault finding

Preventative maintenance

Site utilities management

Education

M&E trade qualifications

BOAS accreditation

Job description

Site Services Engineer
Location: Folkestone
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full-time

Are you a hands-on engineer with a knack for keeping complex systems running like clockwork? We're working with a major manufacturer to find a Site Services Engineer to play a crucial role in maintaining the heartbeat of factory operations.

This is a practical, fast-paced role ideal for someone with solid technical experience and a proactive mindset who's ready to take ownership of essential site infrastructure and utilities.

What You'll Be Doing
Acting as first response for site service issues-boilers, HVAC, chillers, RO plant, and more
Carrying out preventative and reactive maintenance across critical systems and equipment
Supporting factory operations by ensuring reliable delivery of utilities and infrastructure services
Overseeing contractors and ensuring compliance with safety protocols and site standards
Keeping detailed maintenance records and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements

What's On Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
A varied and active role in a high-performing manufacturing site
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday
4% all-employee company performance-related discretionary bonus scheme
9% company matched pension plan
4x life assurance scheme
Health cashback plan
24 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (with the option to buy/sell up to 3 additional days)
A collaborative team culture focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For
Proven experience with boilers, HVAC, RO systems, chillers, and other site utilities
Skilled in fault finding, preventative maintenance, and working with MEP systems
Comfortable supervising external contractors and managing site safety protocols
A good understanding of water treatment, fire safety, and ATEX environments
Desirable: BOAS accreditation, M&E trade qualifications, and a full UK driving licence

Ready to Keep the Factory Running Smoothly?
If you're a practical engineer with a passion for reliability and infrastructure, we want to hear from you. Apply now to learn more and take the next step in your career.

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