Trainee Mechanical Service Engineer

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the mechanical service sector is looking for a Trainee Mechanical Service Engineer to help with maintenance and repairs. The role offers training and a salary between £27,750 and £32,500, along with perks such as a company van and a pension plan. Candidates should have a mechanical qualification and a willingness to learn. This is a field-based position in Greenwich, providing the opportunity for career progression in a growing industry.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

Yearly discretionary bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension plan

Private healthcare

Cycle to work scheme

Ongoing training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• People confident using tools and comfortable around mechanical systems.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Helping with planned maintenance on pumps and valves.
• Assisting with repairs and general plant work under supervision.
• Learning how to fault find and safely isolate equipment.

Skills

Mechanical mindset

Strong work ethic

Good communication

Reliability

Education

Mechanical or plumbing qualification

Tools

Tools usage

Job description

Overview

Trainee Mechanical Service Engineer - £27,750 to £32,500 + van | Greenwich (Field based)

We're looking for someone practical, curious and ready to learn. This role is perfect for someone with a mechanical background or qualification who wants to kick-start their career with a company that's growing fast. You'll be trained and mentored by experienced engineers who are some of the best in the district heat industry.

Who this suits

• Anyone with a mechanical or plumbing qualification
• Someone who\'s studied or worked with hydraulics, engines, or plant maintenance
• People confident using tools and comfortable around mechanical systems
• Those who want to learn, get hands-on experience and grow long term

You\'ll get full training and ongoing support to build your skills and confidence, even if you\'ve never worked in renewables or district heat before.

What you\'ll be doing

• Helping with planned maintenance on pumps, valves and plate heat exchangers
• Assisting with repairs, call outs and general plant work under supervision
• Learning how to fault find and safely isolate equipment
• Keeping records accurate and up to date on the system
• Working with a close-knit engineering team across various sites

What we\'re looking for

• Full UK driving licence
• Mechanical mindset and strong work ethic
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good communicator who can work well with others
• Reliable and organised, even when things get busy

What\'s on offer

• £27,750 to £32,500 depending on experience
• Company van (available for personal use if requested)
• Fuel card
• Yearly discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell 5 days
• Pension plan and private healthcare after probation
• Cycle to work and electric car lease schemes
• Ongoing training, mentoring and career progression
• 40 hour week with future participation in an on-call rota

If you\'ve got a bit of mechanical know-how and the drive to build a long-term career in a growing industry, this is your chance to get trained by the best.

For more information contact:

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