Engineering professionals
Pertemps Bristol Industrial · Bedford · GBP 40,000 - 45,000
Job summary
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.