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Mechanical Field Service Engineer (Heavy Industry)Location: Essex / Kent / Greater LondonSalary: £37... Mechanical Field Service Engineer (Heavy Industry)Location: Essex / Kent / Greater LondonSalary: £37,000 - £47,000 (DOE)OTE: Up to £60,000+ (uncapped overtime)Job Type: Permanent, Field-BasedA well-established engineering consultancy working across power generation and petrochemical sites is looking to recruit three Mechanically Biased Field Service Engineers. The business supports major industrial clients by filling critical skill gaps, responding to breakdowns, delivering project work and installations, and refurbishing or manufacturing specialist components. With a strong order book and several large projects planned over the next 3-5 years, this is an excellent time to join. As a Mechanical Field Service Engineer, you'll work across a range of heavy industrial environments, carrying out maintenance, fault-finding, and project support. The role is hands-on, varied, and suited to engineers who enjoy autonomy and problem-solving in the field.Key Responsibilities: Mechanical maintenance and breakdown support on heavy industrial equipmentMust be commutable to Essex for callout (within 1 hour)Working on pumps (centrifugal), conveyors, bearings, drives, gearboxes, pipework and basic hydraulicsFault diagnosis and repair without direct supervisionConfident use of measuring equipment for alignment and tolerancesProducing clear reports including findings, condition assessments, actions taken and recommendationsSupporting and, where required, leading planned outages and project work Working Pattern & Travel Standard hours: 40 hours per week (7am-4pm)Overtime: Widely available (typically ~500 hours per year, busiest March-August)Call-out: 1 in 6 weeks Minimum 4 hours paid per call-out1.5x pay before midnight, 2x pay after midnightLate finishes allow for next-day flexibility and mandatory rest time Travel: Mostly local; occasional stay-aways (approx. 1 in 5) Hotel fully booked by the company£50 per day work-away allowance (£30 accommodation supplement + £20 food)Travel over 2 hours typically results in a stay-away with a 12-hour shift What We're Looking For Strong mechanical background in heavy industry or manufacturingExperience with pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, bearings and rotating equipmentAbility to work independently and make sound engineering decisionsEngineering qualifications (NVQ, apprenticeship or equivalent)Clean or near-clean UK driving licencePhysically fit and able to pass site security checksOpen to travel and occasional overnight stays  

Maintenance Engineer – FMCG Manufacturing £45,000 – £50,000 + Excellent Benefits | 4 on 4 off (Days... Maintenance Engineer – FMCG Manufacturing £45,000 – £50,000 + Excellent Benefits | 4 on 4 off (Days Only) | Career Progression | Nationwide OpportunitiesAre you an experienced Maintenance Engineer looking to join a rapidly growing FMCG manufacturing business where your skills are valued and progression is genuine?We are working with a well-established and expanding manufacturer seeking skilled Maintenance Engineers to support modern, high-volume production sites across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term role in a business investing heavily in people, equipment, and future growth. The Role Working within a fast-paced FMCG environment, you’ll be responsible for a balanced mix of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and Reactive Maintenance, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and with minimal downtime.Key responsibilities will include: Carrying out pre-planned maintenance on a range of automated manufacturing equipment Responding to breakdowns and fault-finding in a time-critical environment Supporting continuous improvement and reliability initiatives Working closely with production teams to maintain output and quality standards This role operates on a 4 on 4 off shift pattern (Days Only), offering an excellent work–life balance. What We’re Looking For Experienced Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical or Multi-Skilled) Background in FMCG, manufacturing, or automated production environments Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive maintenance mindset Flexible, reliable, and keen to develop within a growing business What’s On Offer £45,000 – £50,000 salary (dependent on experience) Very competitive benefits package 4 on 4 off, days-only shift pattern for improved work–life balance Clear career progression opportunities as the company continues to grow Investment in training, development, and modern equipment Secure, long-term role within a thriving FMCG manufacturer Interested? If you’re a Maintenance Engineer looking for your next step in FMCG manufacturing — with strong pay, excellent benefits, and real progression — we’d love to speak with you.Apply now or register your interest today.