Enhanced Overtime + Benefits
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Were recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and support services business for a Mechanical Service Engineer to join their team based on-site in Larkhill, near Salisbury, supporting a secure, long-term defence sector contract .
This is a hands-on role, ideal for a mechanically qualified engineer with experience in plant, mechanical handling equipment, lifting equipment or similar assets. Youll help keep operational equipment safe, compliant and ready for use, working across both the service centre and site-based environments while supporting local MoD maintenance teams .
Why Apply? Secure, long-term role within the defence sector
Strong overtime earning potential with enhanced rates
Work on plant, mechanical handling and operational equipment
Mix of workshop, site and customer-facing engineering work
Career progression with funded training and development
Supportive team environment with strong health and safety standards
The Role As a Mechanical Service Engineer, you will:
Service, repair and maintain plant, mechanical handling equipment and associated ancillaries
Carry out engineering work both at the service centre and on site
Complete inspection programmes and identify faults, wear, damage or compliance issues
Ensure equipment remains compliant with LOLER, PUWER and HSE standards
Maintain accurate maintenance records, asset data and fleet information
Support stock control of spares, attachments and equipment
Build effective working relationships with local MoD maintenance staff
Assist with delivery, collection, exchange and inspection of equipment
Carry out unscheduled repairs within authorised limits
Remove unsafe equipment from service where required
Support out-of-hours work, weekend activity and call-outs when needed
What Were Looking For City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
Experience working on plant, mechanical handling equipment, lifting equipment, HGV, REME or similar mechanical assets
Good understanding of Health & Safety, LOLER and PUWER requirements
Full UK Driving Licence
Computer literate and comfortable using maintenance systems
Strong fault-finding and practical problem-solving skills
Team-focused with a strong customer service approach
Flexible approach to site work, remote working and out-of-hours support
Desirable:
HGV licence
Overtime and Additional Earnings In addition to the basic salary, overtime is available and paid at enhanced rates:
Monday 06:00 to Saturday 23:59: Time and a half
Saturday midnight to Monday 05:59: Double time
Bank Holidays: Double time, plus normal statutory payment for the day worked
There is also the option to take unpaid time off in lieu of a bank holiday worked at a later date, subject to line manager agreement. xsngvjr
Benefits Salary of £32,000 £36,933
Enhanced overtime opportunities
Secure, long-term defence contract environment
Annual salary reviews
24 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional days
Generous pension scheme with employer contributions
Life assurance / death in service support
Flexible benefits package, including insurance options
Cycle to Work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Access to retail, healthcare and lifestyle discounts
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Family-friendly policies
Two paid volunteering days each year
Ongoing training and development
Fully funded leadership programmes
Access to employee network groups and inclusive support communities
Supportive Armed Forces Covenant employer environment
Apply Now If youre a mechanically skilled engineer looking for a secure, long-term role within the defence sector, with strong overtime potential and genuine career development, apply today.