Job Description Summary
Job Description
Mechanical Services Specialist
GE Vernova is looking for an exceptional Mechanical Services Specialist to join our Field Services team based in the United Kingdom.
Role Overview
The Mechanical Services Specialist is responsible for delivering high‑quality mechanical field engineering services for rotating machinery including power generators both onshore and offshore. This role ensures the safe, effective, and timely execution of field service activities on customer sites across the UK. Working within defined procedures and step‑by‑step operational instructions, the Mechanical Field Engineer supports the maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of rotating machines, including generators, helping customers maximise equipment reliability and performance. The position is accountable for the quality of its own work, contributing to preventive and remedial maintenance programmes while representing the business professionally in both onshore and offshore environments. Operating from a UK base, the role plays a key part in sustaining customer satisfaction and supporting the lifecycle of installed products.
Your Impact
* Deliver high‑quality on‑site life‑extension, repair, inspection, and diagnostic services— including machining, NDT, blading, winding, and critical welding—to keep customer rotating machinery performing reliably.
* Lead safe and compliant field operations by setting the standard for EHS excellence and working closely with GE EHS and service leadership to drive a zero‑injury culture.
* Install, commission, troubleshoot, and service mechanical rotating machine systems, ensuring customers receive dependable support both onshore and offshore.
* Provide clear technical direction and supervision to technicians and craft labour when required, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to GE standards.
* Build strong customer relationships by acting as a trusted technical interface, exchanging information effectively, and resolving issues using established procedures.
* Strengthen operational quality through accurate preparation of safety plans, risk assessments, method statements, inspection reports, and other essential documentation.
* Continuously expand technical expertise and maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of reporting systems to ensure timely, precise field data and ongoing professional development.
Special Role Requirements
* Able to travel extensively to and from projects and various field assignments.
* Ability to spend considerable time away from home for projects and field assignments.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
The ideal candidate is a safety‑driven and technically skilled field service engineer with proven on‑site services experience, capable of leading work on complex generator systems while delivering exceptional customer service and operating confidently in demanding onshore and offshore environments.
* Holds a mechanical technician trade certification, or equivalent hands‑on experience gained through field service, engineering, operations, or a technical apprenticeship.
* Demonstrates a strong commitment to EHS values and consistently upholds high safety standards in all field activities.
* Brings hands‑on mechanical field service experience in at least two key disciplines such as experience with mechanical fitting, winding, machine assembly, electrical testing, or rotating‑machine service.
* Communicates clearly and professionally, with strong interpersonal, organisational, and project‑management skills that support effective customer engagement.
* Able to work independently with minimal supervision while also providing leadership and direction to others when required.
* Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office for reporting and documentation.
* Willing to travel across the UK and internationally—often at short notice—with a valid passport and driving licence.
* Holds (or can obtain) MoD security clearance.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, GE Vernova is committed to support disadvantaged groups whilst providing equal opportunities for both GE Vernova associates and applicants alike.
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