Service Engineer - Plumbing & Electrics

Service Engineer - Plumbing & Electrics

About the Role

We are seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented Service Engineer to support a range of technical operations. This role involves both field-based and office-based responsibilities, with opportunities for travel and project involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys
• Carry out mechanical and electrical system installations
• Commission systems
• Perform planned and reactive maintenance
• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs
• Provide after-sales support
• Test and repair products
• Travel to sites, including overnight stays
• Participate in an on-call rota
• Complete office-based tasks and reporting
• Assist with project management

A structured 3-month training and evaluation period will be provided, with a focus on specialist systems.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience as a field service supervisor (e.g. pumping systems, cooling systems, or similar technologies within construction environments)
• Relevant professional qualifications in plumbing or electrical engineering
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to work independently (SSSTS or SMSTS advantageous)
• Highly motivated with a proactive approach to personal development
• Experience working within the building services industry
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Competent in general computer use (e.g. MS Office)
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D technical drawings
• Experience with specialist water systems is advantageous but not essential
• Full valid manual driving licence (applicants must be over 25 for insurance purposes)

Working Conditions & Benefits

• 39-hour working week
• Pension scheme (after qualifying period)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown)
• Company mobile phone provided
• Travel expenses covered
• Occasional working away from home required
• Participation in an on-call rota following training