Site Engineer

Job Title: Site Service Engineer

Location: Southampton (SO16)

Job Type: Temporary to Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Mon–Thu; 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM on Fri)

Total Weekly Hours: 39

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Site Service Engineer to join a leading industrial services team in Southampton. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of a wide range of industrial rotating equipment, both on-site and within a workshop setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform repairs and maintenance on industrial equipment, including:
• AC and DC motors
• Motorised gearboxes
• Gearboxes, pumps, and fan units
• Other associated rotating machinery
• Fault-find and diagnose defects, identifying worn or damaged components
• Conduct basic electrical testing to evaluate the condition of AC & DC components
• Apply mechanical engineering principles to assess and rectify mechanical faults
• Utilize reclamation techniques and reverse engineering when required
• Work on a variety of pump systems including hot oil and water systems
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of hydraulics and related systems
• Operate both on-site and in the workshop as needed
• Participate in the company’s call-out rota (when required)

Requirements:

• Experience working with rotating equipment in an industrial setting
• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge; electrical skills are a plus
• Ability to work independently and flexibly in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work occasional extended hours
• Valid CCNSG Safety Passport or equivalent industry certification (mandatory)
• Desirable: Water hygiene passport and customer-specific training (can be provided)
• Relevant qualifications: NVQ/City & Guilds in Fitting, Turning, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Practical, hands-on problem solver with a mechanical background
• Flexible with working hours and site-based assignments
• Comfortable working in both workshop and field environments
• Safety-conscious and compliant with industry standards