Field Mechanical Engineer

We are recruiting for a Field Mechanical Engineer to join a specialist engineering business supporting customer maintenance operations across multiple sites. The main workshop is based in Witham; however, this role is primarily site-based working directly at customer facilities.

Working Hours:

Standard hours are 8:00am - 4:30pm, however working hours may vary between 6:00am - 6:00pm depending on customer operational requirements and shutdown schedules.

About the Role

This is a hands-on engineering position involving travel to industrial and production facilities across the South East, East Anglia and London, with occasional Midlands work requiring overnight stays. Work patterns may vary depending on production shutdowns and customer operational hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical maintenance, servicing and rebuilds of conveyor systems
• Fault finding and repair of mechanical components
• Assisting with installation and upgrades of conveyor equipment
• Supporting breakdown response and planned maintenance work
• Working alongside site maintenance teams as part of their engineering support
• Interpreting engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Ensuring work is completed safely and in line with site procedures
• Providing clear job feedback and reporting after site visits

The Ideal Candidate

• Apprentice-trained Mechanical Engineer
• Experience working on conveyor systems or similar material handling equipment
• Basic electrical knowledge (desirable)
• Experience within FMCG or fast-paced production environments preferred
• Comfortable working at different customer sites and travelling regularly
• Able to work flexible hours to suit shutdowns and production schedules
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Full UK driving licence

Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance & ITAD. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.