Engineering professionals

Fitter / Site Engineer
Bedford & UK Sites

Pertemps are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing engineering business for a Fitter / Site Engineer to join their operations team on a permanent basis.
This is a hands-on role offering a mix of site-based engineering work and workshop support, ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys variety, responsibility, and customer-facing work.

Salary & Package

• £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Full-time, permanent position
• Company van provided
• Opportunity for site-based and workshop-based work

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and rectification of engineering equipment on customer sites
• Delivery of site-based engineering works in line with project scope, safety, quality, and schedule requirements
• Fault finding and resolution of mechanical and/or electrical issues encountered during site activities
• Liaising with project managers, customers, and internal stakeholders to ensure effective delivery
• Providing engineering coverage alongside the existing Site Engineer to ensure continuity and resilience
• Supporting workshop operations during non-site periods, including:
  
  • Assembly and production of OEM equipment
  • Testing and inspection of completed assemblies
  • Assisting with improvements to products and processes
• Ensuring all work complies with company, site, and customer safety standards
• Supporting documentation, standardisation, and knowledge transfer of site engineering activities
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across site and workshop operations

Requirements

• Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent practical experience
• Proven experience in site-based engineering, installation, commissioning, or field service
• Strong hands-on engineering capability with a practical, problem-solving approach
• Ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues independently on site
• Experience working in customer-facing environments
• Good understanding of safety, quality, and compliance requirements

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong mechanical fitting and general engineering skills
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation
• Flexible and adaptable, able to move between site and workshop environments
• Able to work on own initiative while also contributing effectively within a team
• Reliable, resilient, and able to maintain attention to detail under pressure
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity, and professionalism at all times

Apply now or contact Pertemps for more information.