Jobs in Wallingford

We are seeking a mechanically minded Service Engineer to join our growing team. This role would suit someone with experience working on pumps, rotating equipment, motors, gearboxes or other mechanical plant machinery who enjoys fault-finding, diagnosing issues and carrying out maintenance activities.

While previous compressed air experience would be beneficial, it is not essential. We are keen to speak with Maintenance Engineers, Mechanical Fitters, Pump Engineers or Service Engineers looking to broaden their skills and build a career within the compressed air industry.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you'll manage your own workload while delivering exceptional service to customers across the UK.  

Key Responsibilities

Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on compressed air systems and associated equipment.

Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using a systematic fault-finding approach.

Investigate equipment failures and identify root causes to minimise downtime.

Perform preventative and reactive maintenance activities at customer sites.

Inspect pumps, motors, compressors, blowers, valves and other rotating equipment.

Complete equipment installations, upgrades and commissioning works.

Accurately complete service reports and maintenance documentation.

Provide technical support and recommendations to customers.

Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Health & Safety procedures.

Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers and colleagues.

Skills and Experience

Experience working on pumps, rotating equipment, motors, gearboxes, compressors or similar mechanical equipment.

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Background in maintenance engineering, field service engineering, mechanical fitting or a similar technical role.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and maintenance documentation.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to equipment reliability.

Excellent communication and customer-facing skills.

Full UK driving licence.

Previous experience working within the compressed air industry (not essential as full training will be provided)

Electrical fault-finding experience.

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering or a related discipline.

Experience working in manufacturing, utilities, water treatment, industrial processing or engineering environments.

Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems and reliability techniques.

What we offer

A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that recognises your skills, experience, and contribution 

A people-first culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and ongoing support 

Excellent opportunities for career progression, training, and development within a successful and rapidly growing business

About Us

We are MARCH®. The leading provider of critical engineering services. Supporting the industries we all rely on to improve their infrastructure, process, and digital environments. We work together with our customers to maintain business continuity, optimise output, and drive new standards in productivity, reliability, and sustainability. We help deliver operational resilience, increased performance, and better environmental outcomes, across the board.

Why March?

Progress is People.

MARCH has ambitious plans and central to our future growth is attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent. Whether your role is onsite or office-based, engineering or support, we offer opportunities for all our people to develop their careers and maximise their potential. MARCH is committed to building teams that reflect a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe diverse thinking strengthens engineering, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let the team know