Site Services Engineer
Location: Luton
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We are working with a well-established engineering services provider with a strong UK presence and a blue-chip customer base across multiple industrial sectors. The business specialises in optimising asset performance, including motors, gearboxes, pumps, machining, induction, condition monitoring, and fabrication services.
As a Site Services Engineer, you will play a key role in the removal, installation, dismantling, rebuild, and refurbishment of plant and equipment within the Water and Industrial sectors. This includes working on pumps, gearboxes, motors, generators, and similar rotating equipment.
You will also be responsible for completing all onsite inspection and assembly documentation while ensuring compliance with company procedures, policies, and work instructions.
Key Responsibilities
Follow all company, site, and client health & safety procedures, promoting a strong safety culture at all times
Maintain a clean, organised, and controlled working environment
Work in line with agreed Method Statements and Work Instructions
Carry out root cause analysis and fault finding on electro-mechanical equipment
Produce detailed reports outlining findings, causes, and recommended corrective actions
Perform on-site maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment where required
Dismantle and remove rotating and mechanical equipment for repair
Rebuild, repair, test, and commission equipment both in workshop and onsite
Reinstall equipment and carry out field testing and commissioning
Conduct planned service and maintenance visits
Respond to breakdowns as required
Support workshop-based activities when neededKey Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Mechanical apprenticeship (time-served) with ONC, HNC, NVQ or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar field-based role
Flexible approach to working hours
Basic understanding of health & safety practices in industrial environments
Full UK driving licenceDesirable
Experience within the water industry or process plants
Knowledge of heavy industries (e.g. steel, paper, power)
Confined space certification
ATEX experience
Overhead crane or lifting equipment licences
Forklift (counterbalance) licence
Lifting & slinging qualification
Water hygiene certification
Relevant site safety passports (e.g. CSCS, CCNSG, Thames Water Passport)
Multi-skilled (electro-mechanical) capabilityTechnical Competencies
Strong understanding of engineering principles
Ability to interpret technical drawings and parts lists
Solid mechanical repair and fault-finding skills
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Ability to liaise with subcontractors and coordinate site services (e.g. cranes, scaffolding)
Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
Capable of working independently or as part of a team
Willingness to undertake further training and development