Mechanical Engineer (Water / Pump Installations)

Rise Technical Recruitment; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contractor is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an ongoing contract in the Thames Water region. The role involves installing and refurbishing pumps and pipework systems across multiple sites. Candidates should have experience in water utilities and a proven background in mechanical engineering. Excellent rates and long-term opportunities are available.

Benefits

Highly competitive day rates

Van

Expenses

Ongoing extensions

Qualifications

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer / Fitter with experience on pumps and pipework systems.
• Background in water, utilities, or process plant environments.
• Experience in pump installation, repair, and alignment.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel across sites.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical installation and refurbishment of pumps, valves, and associated pipework.
• Carry out strip down, assembly, and alignment of mechanical systems and rotating equipment.
• Support project upgrades, testing, and commissioning of pump systems.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Pump installation

Maintenance of pipework systems

Ability to read mechanical drawings

High safety standards

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Water / Pump Installations)

Location: Thames Water Region - Commutable from London, Farnborough, Reading, Slough, Guildford, and surrounding areas

Contract: 6+ Months (Outside IR35 / CIS Available - Excellent Rates & Long-Term Opportunity)

Rates: Highly Competitive Day Rates + Van + Expenses + Ongoing Extensions

* Multiple positions available *

Are you a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Fitter with experience installing and maintaining pumps and pipework systems within the water or utilities sector?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering contractor delivering mechanical upgrades, refurbishments, and new installations across multiple Thames Water region sites. You'll play a key role in the delivery of essential infrastructure improvements across clean and wastewater pumping stations.

The Role:

• Mechanical installation and refurbishment of pumps, valves, and associated pipework
• Work across multiple Thames Water region sites (depot in the Farnborough area)
• Carry out strip down, assembly, and alignment of mechanical systems and rotating equipment
• Support project upgrades, testing, and commissioning of pump systems
• Long-term contract, Outside IR35 or CIS - excellent rates and ongoing projects

The Person:

• Time-served Mechanical Engineer / Fitter with proven experience on pumps and pipework systems
• Background in water, utilities, or process plant environments
• Experienced in pump installation, repair, and alignment
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and work to high safety standards
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across multiple Thames Water region sites

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further positions, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Douglass at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The rates advertised are the bracket available for this position. The actual rate paid will depend on your level of experience, qualifications, and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Key Commutable Locations:

Farnborough, Reading, Guildford, Slough, High Wycombe, Maidenhead, Bracknell, Basingstoke, Woking, Twickenham, Croydon, Watford, Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Oxford, Windsor, Egham, Camberley, Crawley, London