Flo-Mech Ltd is an engineering company providing Systems, Services & Solutions to the Food Processing Industry. Based in Peterborough, United Kingdom, the company serves a wide range of clients in the UK, Republic of Ireland, and worldwide, including Japan, China, North and South America, South Africa, Eastern and Western Europe, and Australia.
The Department
Due to continued success and growth, we are looking for an experienced Mechanical Field Service Engineer with extensive knowledge and exposure within the food processing industry, to join our successful operation to contribute to the quality of our service.
The Role
Working as part of a team and on your own initiative, the Mechanical Field Service Engineer will support maintenance and mechanical aspects of Potato Processing, Crisp and Snack Industry products across a global service network. Responsibilities include:
* Third party equipment installation and commissioning.
* Mechanical overhaul and supervision of process equipment.
* Annual maintenance of process equipment.
* Mechanical upgrades and commissioning of process equipment.
* Overseas travel as needed at short notice.
* Providing support to Gas Field Service Engineers during routine servicing.
The role involves a level of professionalism suitable for a global engineering service environment.
Ideal Candidate Attributes
* Basic Electrical experience on low voltage/medium.
* Mechanical qualifications with strong process systems knowledge.
* Basic welding and fabrication skills.
* Minimum 3 years industry experience.
* Strong food industry experience preferred.
* Solid engineering background.
* Dynamic, enthusiastic, and flexible with willingness to travel on short notice.
* Excellent communication and customer relationship skills.
* Comfortable with Microsoft Office.
The Package
* Dynamic team environment with independent initiative.
* Varied travel opportunities.
* Base salary circa £TBC, with OTE £65k plus. Overtime paid over 40 hours: weekdays @x1, weekends @1.5, bank holidays @2.
* Company‑provided car or van for business and private use; maintenance covered by the company.
* Office presence required when not on site.
* 20 days holiday (January to December) plus 1 day per year served (max 26), plus public holidays.
* All business travel expenses covered.
* Private medical health scheme after qualifying period.
* Company contributory pension scheme (5%).
* Yearly company performance‑related bonus scheme.
* Tools and specialised equipment provided.
* Business mobile phone and notebook computer supplied.
* Additional training to update competences.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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