Steam Engineer

BMS Performance; South Shields; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension 15%

25 days holiday

Private medical

Bonus scheme

Job summary

BMS Performance Ltd. in the UK is seeking a Field Service Engineer to service, maintain and repair steam boiler systems and associated equipment for a diverse client base. The role combines on-site site work with workshop support, offering an autonomous field position backed by a strong service network.

Based in South Shields, the role is split approximately 60% site-based and 40% workshop-based. You will travel to varied industrial sites, stay away around one night per week, and benefit from a

Qualifications

• Proven steam experience in industrial, marine, or naval sectors.
• Steam qualifications (BG01 desirable).
• Multiskilled mechanical/electrical background.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willing to stay away ~1 night per week.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair steam boiler systems and related equipment for a diverse client base.
• Split responsibilities with 60% site-based work and 40% workshop-based tasks.
• Provide reliable field service support and keep customers informed of progress.

Skills

Steam experience

Mechanical/electrical

Driving licence

Overnight travel

Job description

• Work with advanced steam and compressed air systems across varied industrial sites
• Strong earning potential with overtime and excellent pension contribution
• Balanced role: field autonomy with structured workshop support

We’re recruiting on behalf of a globally recognised engineering manufacturer known for high-quality industrial equipment and long-term employee development. Their UK operation combines cutting-edge technology with a strong service network.

This Field Service Engineer role is split 60% site-based and 40% workshop-based in South Shields. You’ll service, maintain, and repair steam boiler systems alongside compressors and related equipment, supporting a diverse client base.

Requirements

• Proven steam experience (industrial, marine, or naval)
• Steam qualifications (BG01 desirable)
• Multi-skilled mechanical/electrical background
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing to stay away ~1 night per week

Package

• Salary up to £41,000 (total earnings, with overtime, bonus etc 48-50K)
• Bonus scheme
• Company vehicle
• 15% pension (5% employee / 10% employer)
• Overtime up to £8,000
• 25 days holiday + banks (rising to 27)
• Private medical post-probation