Full job descriptionSERVICE TECHNICIANCongleton (Field-Based Across the UK) | £31,000–£35,000 DOEOur client is a global leader in engineering and manufacturing, delivering specialist process equipment and engineering solutions across a range of industries. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Service Technician to join their team based in Congleton.
This is a field-based role requiring extensive travel throughout the UK, with occasional travel across Europe. The successful candidate should expect to work away from home from Monday morning to Friday afternoon on a regular basis, with all travel and accommodation expenses covered.
The RoleAs a Service Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out the maintenance, servicing, repair and installation of specialist industrial plant equipment at customer sites throughout the UK. This is a hands-on role involving mechanical fitting, fault finding and preventative maintenance, ensuring equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities*Carry out mechanical maintenance, servicing and repairs on industrial plant equipment.
*Support planned preventative maintenance (PPM), inspections and breakdown repairs.
*Dismantle machinery for cleaning, inspection and replacement of worn or damaged components.
*Reassemble, install and commission equipment following maintenance or repair work.
*Travel to customer sites across the UK, with occasional visits to Europe.
*Assist with equipment installation, commissioning and on-site fault finding.
*Complete detailed service reports and maintain accurate maintenance records.
*Communicate professionally with customers and internal departments.
*Assist with stock control and spare parts management at the Congleton facility.
*Work safely within industrial environments while following company health and safety procedures.
*Undertake physically demanding work, including lifting, dismantling and handling heavy mechanical components.
RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you will have:
*Previous experience as a Service Technician, Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer or in a similar mechanical engineering role.
*Strong mechanical fitting and industrial maintenance experience.
*Experience servicing, repairing and fault finding on industrial machinery.
*Previous experience within the water, gas, process, manufacturing, energy or nuclear sectors would be highly advantageous.
*Experience working with industrial pipework and associated mechanical equipment.
*A practical approach to diagnosing faults and identifying effective solutions.
*The flexibility to work away from home throughout the working week.
*A full UK driving licence.
*Excellent communication and customer service skills.
*The ability to work independently as well as part of a small engineering team.
*Good physical fitness, as the role involves manual handling and physically demanding activities.
Salary & Benefits*£31,000–£35,000 DOE
*Field-based role with nationwide travel
*Monday to Friday, 43-hour working week
*Typical off-site working hours:
*Monday to Thursday: 7:00am – 5:00pm
*Friday: 7:00am – Early Afternoon

*All travel, accommodation and business expenses paid
*Company training and ongoing professional development
*20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
*On-site parking
*Excellent long-term career opportunities with a global engineering business
If you’re an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys travelling, problem-solving and working on a wide variety of industrial equipment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected engineering company offering long-term career development and continuous training.


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