WE’RE HIRING – TRAINEE COMMERCIAL CATERING ENGINEER
Location: Ideally based within the BH or SO postcode areas, but covering the south coast.
NO WEEKEND ROTA
OVERTIME ALWAYS AVAILABLE
FULL TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT PROVIDED
CLEAR CAREER PROGRESSION
Tyrrell Services Limited is looking for a Trainee Commercial Catering Engineer to join our growing engineering team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is practical, technically minded and looking to build a long-term career within the commercial catering industry.
Previous commercial catering experience is not essential. We’re looking for the right person with the right attitude — someone who wants to learn, takes pride in their work and is prepared to develop their skills through a combination of hands-on experience, manufacturer training and support from our experienced engineers.
THE ROLE
As a Trainee Commercial Catering Engineer, you’ll work alongside experienced members of our engineering team while developing the skills required to eventually work independently in the field.
Your initial training will focus primarily on: - Commercial warewashing equipment, including dishwashers and glasswashers - Commercial water boilers and hot-water equipment - Electrical commercial catering equipment - Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) - Basic electrical testing and fault finding - Diagnosing equipment faults - Replacing components and completing repairs - Equipment servicing and maintenance - Safe isolation and electrical safety - Understanding manufacturers' technical information and wiring diagrams - Completing service reports and job documentation - Communicating professionally with customers As your knowledge, confidence and qualifications develop, the range and complexity of equipment you work on will increase.
The aim is to develop you into a competent, independent Commercial Catering Engineer with the opportunity to continue progressing within Tyrrell Services.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re not necessarily looking for someone who already knows the industry. We’re looking for someone who has the potential to become a great engineer.
You should:
- Have a genuine interest in engineering, electrics or mechanical equipment
- Be practical and comfortable working with tools
- Be willing and enthusiastic about learning
- Have good problem-solving skills
- Take pride in the quality of your work
- Be reliable and punctual
- Be able to communicate professionally with customers and colleagues
- Be comfortable working independently once trained
- Take ownership of tasks and see them through to completion
- Be willing to undertake manufacturer and industry training
- Hold a full UK driving licence
Previous experience in electrical work, maintenance, engineering, plumbing, mechanical work or another practical trade would be advantageous, but is not essential.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive trainee salary, based on existing experience and technical ability
No weekend rota Overtime is always available for engineers who want to earn more
Company vehicle provided as you progress into field-based work
Company uniform, PPE and work equipment
Ongoing technical and manufacturer training Opportunities to gain recognised industry qualifications
Hands-on mentoring from experienced commercial catering engineers
Exposure to a wide range of commercial catering equipment
A structured pathway from Trainee Engineer → Commercial Catering Engineer, with further opportunities to progress as your experience grows
WHY WORK FOR TYRRELL?
We want to invest in the next generation of engineers.
The commercial catering industry offers an excellent long-term career for people who enjoy understanding how equipment works, diagnosing problems and fixing things properly.
At Tyrrell Services, you'll be given the opportunity to learn the trade properly — gaining practical experience in the field while being supported with formal and manufacturer training.
We value people who do what they say they will do, take ownership, work safely, communicate properly and support the people around them.
If you're practical, ambitious and looking for an opportunity to build a skilled engineering career rather than simply find another job, we'd like to hear from you.
Interested? Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Pay: £25,389.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Employee mentoring programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: On the road
