Average Assistant Engineer salary in the UK

Assistant EngineerOutskirts of Newark / Mansfield (with UK travel), Full Time, Permanent£12.71ph / £26,436Future Prospects Group are delighted to be working with our client, an industry-leading water reuse and environmental engineering specialist, to recruit an Assistant Engineer on a full-time, permanent basis.This is an great opportunity for a motivated individual looking to build a long-term engineering career, offering full technical training, industry-related qualifications, and nationwide site experience within an innovative and sustainable sector.THE ROLEYour responsibilities as an Assistant Engineer will include:Travelling nationwide alongside experienced service engineers to maintain and service customers systems.Assisting with routine servicing, remedial works, and repairs across components including filters, UV disinfection units, control panels, pumps, and valves.Developing hands-on mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering skills on a daily basis through practical on-the-job training.Carrying out technical safety checks.Adhering to strict site health and safety standards.Completing mandatory documentation accurately, including site safety checklists, confined space entry forms, and activity logs on the company CRM.Supporting head office operations by assisting with vehicle checks, workshop inventory, and equipment preparation between site visits.Delivering outstanding customer service on client sites and representing the business in a professional manner at all times.THE CANDIDATEThe ideal Assistant Engineer will be able to demonstrate the following key skills and experience:A full UK driving licence and the willingness to travel nationwide, staying away from home up to three nights per week.A genuine interest in or foundational knowledge of electrical systems, pumps, plumbing, or mechanical controls.Strong problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and a practical, hardworking approach to physical tasks.Good computer literacy with confidence using standard Microsoft Office applications.An eagerness to learn and undertake fully funded qualifications, including CSCS, Working at Height, and Confined Space Entry.THE BENEFITSThe benefits included with the Assistant Engineer role are:Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week at £12.71 per hour, with regular overtime opportunities available.All hotel accommodation paid in advance plus a daily food allowance provided during UK travel.Fully funded industry qualifications including CSCS, Confined Space Access, Working at Height, First Aid, and Manual Handling.Additional non-contractual annual bonus scheme linked to business performance targets.Clear progression pathways towards an Apprentice Field Service Engineer role.20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with extra days accrued through service, plus a full Christmas shutdown.Company pension scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme via Wisdom Wellbeing.Thank you for your interest in this vacancy and good luck with your application.If you have not heard from a member of the Future Prospects team within 7 days from your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedbackThe services of Future Prospects are those of an Employment Agency.

For more information on this vacancy, please reach out to Jason Johns at RGB Recruitment.Graduate/Assistant Civil Engineer Exeter £26,000 - £35,000 We are looking for a Graduate and/or an Assistant Civil Engineer to join the Civils team for a multi-discipline, multi-office Engineering consultancy out of their Exeter office. Your focus would be working on civil infrastructure, drainage and highway designs, whilst working collaboratively with the Structures team in house. You would have direct support from the Chartered Principal Engineer. There are solid progression routes in this business with no glass ceiling – full training is provided with the future autonomy to work independently. Sector wise, they cover a wide mixture from education, retail, residential, sports and so on. In return: Salary £26,000 - £35,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service Private healthcare 5% employer pension contribution Critical illness and sick pay assurance Free parking

Multi-Trade Engineer AssistantSalary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annumLocation: Essex & Greater LondonOur client is looking for several Multi-Trade Engineer Assistants to join their maintenance team. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will support the delivery of planned and reactive maintenance across railway stations and associated buildings throughout Essex and Greater London.The RoleThis is an excellent earn-while-you-learn opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in multi-skilled engineering and maintenance.Working alongside experienced engineers and supported by colleagues and mentors, you will gain hands-on experience across a range of trades while developing the knowledge, practical skills and confidence needed to progress into a multi-skilled engineering role.As a Multi-Trade Engineer Assistant, you will assist with responsive repairs, planned maintenance and void works, learning how to complete repairs safely, professionally and to a high standard.You will gain valuable experience in diagnosing issues, carrying out repairs and providing excellent customer service across railway stations and associated buildings.Throughout your training, you will develop skills in:Supporting specialist electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing and fire engineersPlumbing maintenance and repairsGeneral building maintenanceFault diagnosis and problem solvingHealth and safety best practiceCustomer service and communicationUsing mobile technology and digital repair management systemsOrganising materials, equipment and workloads effectivelyAbout YouWe are looking for someone who is:Practical and hands-on, with at least 1 year's experience in labouring or a trade environmentSafety-conscious, dependable and reliableComfortable working both independently and as part of a teamConfident communicating with customers, station staff and contractorsOrganised and able to maintain accurate digital recordsKeen to learn and develop their technical skillsAppropriately trained and competent to undertake any specialist work requiredWhy Apply?This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience across multiple trades while working alongside experienced engineers in a professional maintenance environment.If you are practical, motivated and looking to build a long-term career in engineering then this is for you. We look forward to your application.By applying for this role, you are consenting for C2 Recruitment to hold and process your data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulations. Your information will always be handled securely and professionally.To view other great vacancies at C2 Recruitment, please visit our website.