Mechanical Service Engineer
Location: Brentwood, Essex
Salary: £40,000 - £47,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Company Van
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
An established engineering services company supporting heavy industry is looking to recruit an experienced Mechanical Service Engineer to cover sites in and around the Brentwood area.
This is a field-based role focused on mechanical maintenance, repair, and fault-finding of rotating equipment including pumps, turbines, motors, and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems within heavy industrial environments, ideally power generation.
The Role:
Diagnose, repair, and overhaul rotating equipment and auxiliary plant
Carry out mechanical fault finding, inspections, and condition assessments
Install and commission pumps, turbines, and associated equipment
Produce clear technical service reports
Support planned maintenance, shutdowns, and outages
Use precision measuring equipment including micrometers and alignment tools
Attend breakdown callouts and occasional overnight stays
Work independently on client sites or as part of a wider engineering team
Candidate Requirements:
Mechanical Engineering qualification (ONC / HNC / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
Proven experience in mechanical repair, installation, and commissioning
Background in heavy industry (power generation highly desirable)
Experience with OEM pumps or turbines advantageous
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills
Full UK driving licence
Good communication and customer-facing skills
Package & Benefits:
£40,000 - £47,000 depending on experience
Uncapped overtime
Bonus scheme
Travel and overnight allowances
Company van and fuel card
Tools, PPE, laptop and mobile phone
Healthcare
Pension
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
If you are a Mechanical Service Engineer within commuting distance of Brentwood and have experience in heavy industry, apply today or contact Julia at Prime Appointments for more information