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Mechanical Fitter Site Engineer

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Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library
Willand, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£37k - £41k Annual
Full-Time
Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer

UK - Site based, customer premises, but office based in Willand | £33,000-£39,000 | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Company van and fuel card | Paid travel time

Introduction

We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer to join our field service team. You'll be working predominantly off-site at customer locations, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and equipment.

Travel time is paid and a company van + fuel card is provided. This is a varied role - no two days are the same and you won't be stuck in a workshop.

Key Duties

Build and install mechanical systems, structures and industrial equipment on customer sites, working to spec and deadlines.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance to keep machinery running efficiently and minimise downtime.
Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs on industrial equipment - bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, conveyors, pumps etc.
Read and work from engineering drawings to construct, install and modify mechanical systems and structures.
Work safely on customer sites, follow permits/RAMS, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
Complete job sheets, service reports and highlight any issues/recommendations to the client.

Requirements

Proven experience in assembly, installation and maintenance of industrial machinery/equipment.
Strong mechanical fitting skills - fitting, alignment, fault diagnosis, hand tools + power tools.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - essential for installing systems correctly.
Self-motivated, problem-solver, happy working independently on site.
Full UK driving licence - essential due to travel. No points = preferred for insurance.Desirable/Bonus:

Experience constructing mechanical systems and structures from scratch.
Hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge.
Previous field service/site engineer experience.
Welding skills or fabrication background.

What We Offer

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Overtime available but no regular weekends/nights.
Company van + fuel card provided for work use. Private use can be discussed.
Paid travel time from home to first job.
Competitive salary DOE + pension + holiday.

Interested?

If you're a practical, site-ready fitter who likes building from drawings and keeping industrial kit running, we want to hear from you.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment

Reference: 225289422

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Mechanical Fitter Site Engineer

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Posted on Jun 24, 2026 by CV-Library

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Willand, Devon, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£37k - £41k Annual
Full-Time
Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer

UK - Site based, customer premises, but office based in Willand | £33,000-£39,000 | 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Company van and fuel card | Paid travel time

Introduction

We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Fitter - Site Engineer to join our field service team. You'll be working predominantly off-site at customer locations, assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing industrial machinery and equipment.

Travel time is paid and a company van + fuel card is provided. This is a varied role - no two days are the same and you won't be stuck in a workshop.

Key Duties

Build and install mechanical systems, structures and industrial equipment on customer sites, working to spec and deadlines.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance to keep machinery running efficiently and minimise downtime.
Diagnose faults and carry out mechanical repairs on industrial equipment - bearings, gearboxes, hydraulics, conveyors, pumps etc.
Read and work from engineering drawings to construct, install and modify mechanical systems and structures.
Work safely on customer sites, follow permits/RAMS, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
Complete job sheets, service reports and highlight any issues/recommendations to the client.

Requirements

Proven experience in assembly, installation and maintenance of industrial machinery/equipment.
Strong mechanical fitting skills - fitting, alignment, fault diagnosis, hand tools + power tools.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings - essential for installing systems correctly.
Self-motivated, problem-solver, happy working independently on site.
Full UK driving licence - essential due to travel. No points = preferred for insurance.Desirable/Bonus:

Experience constructing mechanical systems and structures from scratch.
Hydraulics/pneumatics knowledge.
Previous field service/site engineer experience.
Welding skills or fabrication background.

What We Offer

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.
Overtime available but no regular weekends/nights.
Company van + fuel card provided for work use. Private use can be discussed.
Paid travel time from home to first job.
Competitive salary DOE + pension + holiday.

Interested?

If you're a practical, site-ready fitter who likes building from drawings and keeping industrial kit running, we want to hear from you.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment
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Reference: 225289422

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