Tank Installation Engineer

Mitie Group plc.; Cannock; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking motivated tradespeople for field-based, mobile roles across the UK. Engineers will install storage tanks, pipework, and control systems at customer sites, coordinating with site personnel and delivering projects to plan.

Core hours are 08:00–17:00 with flexibility. A UK driving licence is required, and opportunities for training and up-skilling may be provided to achieve competency across trades.

Qualifications

• Experience in working within commercial properties and installations.
• Knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation and its application.
• Ability to prioritise own workload and adapt to change.
• Willingness to travel and work across UK sites.

Responsibilities

• Install industrial storage tanks, pressure vessels, silos, and related equipment at customer sites.
• Position, level, and secure tanks using lifting and rigging methods.
• Carry out mechanical installation of pipework, valves, pumps, instrumentation, and ancillary systems.
• Support electrical and control system integration where required.
• Perform commissioning activities including functional testing, leak tests and system verification.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Time management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Self-motivated

Communication

Record keeping

Driving licence (UK)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

This is a field based, mobile position covering the whole of the UK

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic tradespeople to joint our growing engineering family.

Our Skilled Engineers are employed on work that is appropriate to their core and specialist skills. They will, however, be expected to have / acquire elements of other skills which will enable them to work flexibly across trades.

Suitable training and up-skilling - May be given, as and when required, to achieve competency and the ability to perform the following (as detailed in responsibilities).

Working hours – Although the core working hours are 08:00 to 17:00, there may be a certain degree of flexibility depending on individual circumstances.

Main Duties;

• Install industrial storage tanks, pressure vessels, silos, and associated equipment at customer sites.
• Position, level, and secure tanks using approved lifting and rigging methods.
• Carry out mechanical installation of pipework, valves, pumps, instrumentation, and ancillary systems.
• Support electrical and control system integration where required.
• Perform commissioning activities, including functional testing, leak testing, and system verification.
• Ensure installations are completed in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications, and project requirements.

Site Operations

• Conduct site surveys and pre-installation assessments.
• Coordinate with site personnel, contractors, and customers during installation activities.
• Manage site works to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
• Identify and resolve installation issues and technical challenges.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained throughout the project.

What we are looking for

All Engineers

• Experience of working within commercial properties and installations.
• Good understanding of current Health & Safety legislation and its application within role.
• Ability to effectively prioritise own workload.
• Flexibility and adaptability to change / Flexible approach to work and working hours (subject to the EU Working Time Directive).
• Pro-active and positive approach to work
• Self-motivated.
• Good knowledge of building Statutory Compliance.
• Must hold a full UK driver's license.
• Ability to record work accurately on work sheets and computer based systems.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work within a team.
• Presented in a clean and tidy manner to represent the company, in the most professional manner possible, utilising the uniform and PPE issued.
• Responsible for self and others to maintain a safe working environment as per the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequent UK and EU amendments.
• HSE management in accordance with our Quality Management System and all legal and statutory requirements.
• Provide excellent customer service to building occupants, ensuring they are made aware of work order progress in a timely manner.
• Able to do the job right and do it right first time, within a pre-determined timescale
• NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing or equivalent

Why you should work for us?

• Exciting opportunity to join the largest FM company in the UK.
• This role will provide you with opportunities for training, development, progression, and internal promotions.
• Mideals, an opportunity to receive discounts at various high street retailers, including Curry's, John Lewis, Tesco, Sainsburys, Boots and B&Q.