Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter (Field Based)
* Location: Central England (Field-Based)
* A lot of Optional Overtime on Offer
* Candidates must be prepared to Travel
* Training Opportunities
* Salary: £18 - £22 per hour (DOE) + Overtime + Travel Pay
* Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm (Overtime Required)
Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter to join a specialist engineering service provider supporting high-level precision engineering firms. This is a field-based role, primarily covering Central England, with occasional overnight stays required.
You will be responsible for the maintenance, service, and repair of CNC machine tools across a variety of customer sites. From breakdown repairs to turret realignments or full spindle removals, this is a hands-on, problem-solving role ideal for someone who enjoys getting stuck in and keeping machines running.
Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter
Key Responsibilities
* Diagnose and repair mechanical and minor electrical issues on CNC machine tools
* Perform routine maintenance and servicing on a wide range of CNC machines
* Carry out tasks such as turret realignment, spindle extraction, and general machine tool fitting
* Attend customer sites across the region to respond to breakdowns and service calls
* Ensure all work is completed to a high standard with attention to detail and customer satisfaction
* Complete job reports and communicate effectively with both the internal team and customers
* Work flexible hours when required to complete jobs, including overtime and occasional overnight stays
Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter
About You
We're open to a variety of backgrounds for the right candidate. Ideally, you'll have experience in CNC machine maintenance or machine tool fitting, but if you're a time-served machinist or fitter with strong mechanical knowledge, training can be provided.
Essential:
* Strong mechanical engineering background
* Hands-on experience with CNC machines (either operation or maintenance)
* Willingness to travel and stay overnight when required
* Full UK driving licence
* Ability to work independently and problem-solve under pressure
Desirable:
* Experience in CNC machine maintenance or servicing
* Machine tool fitting or mechanical breakdown repair experience
* Knowledge of a range of CNC brands and models
Machine Tool Service Engineer/ Mechanical Fitter
What's On Offer
* £20 - £22 per hour, depending on experience
* Plenty of paid overtime and high earning potential
* Training and development opportunities for the right candidate
* Company vehicle and tools provided
* Work with a respected engineering service provider that supports some of the best precision firms in the country
* Be part of a team that provides services and repairs across a wide variety of CNC machine tools, with experienced and reliable engineers who keep critical machines running around the clock
If you're an engineer who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and the satisfaction of getting machines running again, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £20.00-£22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person