Mechanical Engineer/Fitter - Field Based

Mechanical Engineer - Field Services

• Salary: £39,000 to £49,000 per annum DOE
• West Horndon/Brentwood area of Essex - Main site here, the Position is travelling/field based.
• Full time, Permanent position - 40 hour week
• Company Vehicle & Fuel card provided

Our welcoming Client is currently seeking experienced, time-served Mechanical Fitter/Engineer to join an established Team with a reliable client base covering an array of sites & installations.

Job role:

Workshop and Field Service Engineer based from our Client's West Horndon branch on the outskirts of Brentwood in Essex and covering an array of sites and installations across the U.K, main scope of work within the South East but not limited to.

Candidates applying must have experience within the heavy engineering sectors, good rotating equipment knowledge and hand on skills and abilities. Scope is to maintain, repair, and overhaul various equipment assets such as pumps, turbines, valves, gearbox, conveyors, and coolers etc.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform mechanical maintenance; proficient in the use of measuring equipment such as micrometres, DTI’s, and alignment tooling.
• To mechanically undertake and complete Workshop and Field Service activities inclusive of reporting detailing findings, condition assessments, critical tolerances, actions taken and recommendations.
• To communicate on a technical level both verbally and written to peers and customers.
• Fault finding and diagnosis of mechanical equipment associated but not limited to the heavy engineering sectors - working on an array of rotating machines, balance of plant and auxiliary systems.
• Conduct defect repairs and routine maintenance on mechanical equipment for commercial and heavy industry machinery and ancillary equipment, ensure installations are to manufacturer standards & legislation requirements are adhered to.
• Work alone to identify and resolve faults and concerns on mechanical systems without receiving explicit direction.
• When required assist and lead planned projects and outages as directed by peers.
• Effectively manage own work schedule.

Desirable and Technical Skills:

• Previous experience; Power generation sector ‘prime movers and BOP.
• OEM pump and or turbine experience.
• Strong rotating equipment background.
• Good technical abilities; measuring and reporting skills.

Candidate Requirements:

·Candidate must have experience within the heavy engineering sectors, good rotating equipment knowledge and hand on skills and abilities.

·A full UK driving license.

·Able to communicate in a clear, concise, logical manner both verbally and written.

·Fault finding, repair, installation and commissioning experience.

·Have a good level of fitness due to the physical demands of the job.

·Be able to pass security clearances for client visits.

·Be available for call out 1 in 5 if required / Flexibility to work away from home when needed.

·Have relevant knowledge, training and experience within heavy engineering sectors specific to the requirements under roles and responsibilities.

There is a fantastic package which will be detailed at initial interview stage with Noble Recruiting.

Important Notice: Noble Recruiting Limited, based in Billericay, Essex, is an equal opportunities employer. With over 18 years of industry experience, we specialise in both permanent recruitment and the provision of temporary workers. By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data by Noble Recruiting Limited. For further details on how we manage applicant data, please refer to our Privacy Policy available on our website.

Application Status: Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that if you do not hear from us within 14 days, your application has not been successful on this occasion

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