Mechanical Service Technician - Dundee

Kingston Barnes Ltd
Dundee
1 month ago
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Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Dundee


£36,000 - £40,000 + Overtime + Bonus + Excellent Benefits


We are recruiting for a Mechanical Field Service Engineer on behalf of a well-established engineering organisation operating within the water and waste treatment sector. The company designs, manufactures and services specialist stainless‑steel equipment and delivers projects ranging from individual product supply through to medium‑sized turnkey installations across the UK.


This is a field‑based role, primarily covering sites across Scotland, with occasional travel to other areas of the UK. A company van is provided (shared with another technician).


The Role

This position requires an experienced Mechanical Fitter/Technician who is confident working from engineering drawings and has a background in site‑based M&E, plant maintenance or metal fabrication environments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Attending customer sites to carry out inspections, mechanical servicing and fitting work
  • Ensuring all site work is completed to a high professional standard
  • Managing client relationships on site and acting as the company representative
  • Producing detailed site reports following completion of work
  • Liaising with the Regional Field Manager and internal teams to resolve technical or site issuesWorking closely with suppliers and subcontractors
  • Participating in hands‑on installation, maintenance and job preparation activities
  • Core hours are 7:00am – 3:30pm, although earlier starts are common and paid as overtime. Overtime is paid door‑to‑door.

Candidate Requirements

  • Mechanical service or fitting background
  • Experience within a medium to heavy industrial environment
  • Mechanical engineering qualification
  • Welding experience (TIG preferred)
  • Completed apprenticeship or minimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline
  • Minimum of four years’ relevant experience
  • Previous field‑based experience or a strong desire to move into a field role
  • Strong interpersonal skills and confidence building relationships with clients and suppliers
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Located within 40 minutes of Dundee

Salary & Benefits

Basic salary: £36,000 – £40,000


Overtime typically £5,000+ per annum


Overtime Rates

  • Monday‑Friday 6:00am‑7:00am: Time and a half
  • Monday‑Friday 7:00am‑3:30pm: Flat rate
  • Monday‑Friday 3:30pm‑7:00pm: Time and a half
  • Monday‑Friday 7:00pm‑6:00am: Double time
  • Saturday 7:00am‑2:00pm: Time and a half
  • Saturday 2:00pm‑7:00am: Double time
  • Sunday: Double time all day

Additional Benefits

  • Company bonus scheme: 10% of company profit before tax shared amongst employees (pro rata in first year if starting on or before 1st June)
  • Pension scheme: Employee 5% / Employer 3%; after 5 years Employer increases to 5%; after 10 years Employer increases to 10%
  • 23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year up to 33 days + bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance (BUPA) after probation
  • Death in service (3x annual salary)
  • Sick bonus (£50 per quarter)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
  • Ongoing training and development

If this role is of interest, please press apply or reach out to Ryan Guy on or (phone number removed)


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