Mechanical Installation Engineer
Location: Remote (Candidate based in Southwest England)
Salary: £42,000–£45,000 DOE
Our client provides premium building service solutions to food manufacturers and distributors in the South-West. The business also operates a renewable division that provides low-carbon heating and cooling solutions to commercial and domestic customers.
They are seeking skilled Install Technicians to join a growing Exeter-based engineering business. This is a site-based role working on a variety of projects, often within the food manufacturing sector, delivering hands-on mechanical installations in project teams or individually as needed.
Role Overview
As an Install Technician, you will work across mechanical works, including—but not limited to—refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, fabric, groundwork, and general fitting tasks. These functions are desirable, not essential, and candidates with experience in some or all areas are encouraged to apply. You will be part of a project team focused on delivering high-quality workmanship, working alongside subcontractors and liaising with site leads and, occasionally, clients.
What’s In It For You
* Overtime opportunities
* Company vehicle
* Accommodation and fuel provided when away from home
* Enhanced rates and support when working away
* Nest matched pension contributions up to 5%
* 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus your birthday off
* Cycle to work scheme
* Vitality Health Insurance
* Appropriate training and development
Requirements
Essential:
* CSCS Card – required for site access
* Full UK clean driving license
* Ability to read & interpret technical drawings and P&IDs
* Good written and verbal communication skills
* Willingness to work on-site and travel regionally or nationally
Desirable:
* IPAF, Working at Heights, and FGAS certifications
* Recognised NVQ Level in Mechanical Engineering or relevant apprenticeship
* Awareness of CDM Regulations
* Experience using app-based job management systems
* Experience in refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, fabric, groundworks, and general fitting
* First responder or First Aid at Work certification
The Role
* Mechanical Execution: Installing machinery such as refrigeration equipment, pumps, pipework, heating & ventilation systems, and small groundworks activities
* Safety: Following site Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
* Technical Interpretation: Reading and interpreting technical drawings and P&IDs to ensure installations meet specifications
* Project Liaison: Communicating with clients when required, reporting progress to site lead/line managers, and resolving technical issues on-site
* Project Completion: Assisting with the collation of technical documentation for future servicing and project sign-off
This is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you don’t meet every criterion but are enthusiastic and skilled, we encourage you to apply.
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