Mechanical Engineer

CRH plc; Heathfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Overnight allowance

Overnight pay

Life cover

Company pension

Sick pay

23 days holiday

Flu vaccinations

DSE eye tests

Wellbeing support

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to install, commission and test water filtration systems on sewage treatment sites, with regular travel and overnight stays. Based in Heathfield, East Sussex, the role offers a competitive package including discretionary bonus and extensive training.

You must hold City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualifications and have completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship, plus a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Current valid UK driving licence.
• City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification.
• Completion of a recognised mechanical apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, set up and test water filtration systems on sewage treatment sites.
• Carry out site inspections, diagnose faults and prepare survey reports for quotations.
• Use mobile electronic equipment to access and interpret technical information.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work away from home regularly, including overnight stays.
• Occasionally support workshop activities at other UK locations.
• Collaborate with other engineers and trades across the business.

Skills

Strong mechanical knowledge

Hands-on engineering ability

Teamwork & communication

Willingness to travel

Education

City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification

Completed mechanical apprenticeship

Job description

About the Job

International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in advanced water management solutions. For more than 40 years, weve supported municipal, industrial and construction customers in improving water treatment processes, boosting operational performance and reducing environmental impact. With operations across 40+ countries and 80+ distribution partners, we continue to lead the industry with innovative, sustainable and safety-first solutions. This role is part of our UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team, supporting water utility companies on wastewater and sewage treatment sites nationwide.

In this job, you will:

• Install, commission, set up and test water filtration systems on sewage treatment sites
• Carry out site inspections, diagnose faults and prepare survey reports for quotations
• Use mobile electronic equipment to access and interpret technical information
• Work at heights, in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Work away from home regularly, including overnight stays
• Occasionally support workshop activities at other UK locations
• Collaborate with other engineers and trades across the business

If you enjoy practical mechanical work, thrive in different environments and want to help maintain critical UK water infrastructure, this is a fantastic opportunity.

About You

To be successful, youll need:

• A current valid UK driving licence
• City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification
• Completion of a recognised mechanical apprenticeship

Youll also bring:

• A safety-focused mindset
• Strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on engineering ability
• Willingness to work away from home regularly
• Ability to follow and interpret technical instructions
• A proactive, reliable and positive approach
• Good teamwork and communication skills

Why Work

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Mechanical Engineer

Heathfield, East Sussex (regular working away & overnight stays required)

£50,000 OTE (DOE). Join a team improving the UKs wastewater infrastructure.

Competitive salary & benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Overnight subsistence allowance
• Additional overnight / stay-away payment
• Life cover 2 annual salary
• Company pension
• Sick pay policy
• Minimum 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flu vaccinations
• DSE eye tests
• Mental Health First Aiders & wellbeing support
• Excellent training & development
• Real opportunities for advancement

What Hydro International Offers You A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion Highly competitive salary package Comprehensive secondary benefits Significant contribution to your pension plan Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

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