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Salt Separation Services; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

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Job summary

Salt Separation Services in Rochdale invites applications for a Workshop Engineer. This hands-on role supports the build and refurbishment of water treatment plant equipment in our on-site workshop, working alongside engineers and apprentices.

You will carry out mechanical fitting, pipefitting, wiring and light fabrication, perform instrumentation tasks, and help test and certify equipment. Training is provided to develop your skills and progress within the company.

Job description

Join a dynamic engineering team at the forefront of water treatment technology. As a Workshop Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering services in support of both new and existing RO plant systems and equipment. This hands‑on position is ideal for someone with a strong mechanical engineering background, a commitment to quality, and a desire to contribute to a growing company focused on sustainable water solutions. You will be working in the workshop alongside other skilled engineers and apprentices.

Assemble and build water treatment plants (training provided).

Perform mechanical fitting, pipefitting, and light fabrication.

Carry out instrumentation tasks, wiring, and painting as needed.

Conduct equipment testing, including instrument calibration, hydrostatic pressure testing, PSV setting, and certification (training provided).

Oversee inspection, refurbishment, and overhaul of plant equipment.

Inspect incoming equipment and materials.

Support logistics through collection and delivery of goods, and packing and dispatching of equipment.

Maintain and promote the company’s values and culture in all aspects of work.

Lead site teams during offsite work, where applicable.

Contribute to the professional development of apprentices or junior staff (as required)

Carry out any other tasks required to support the needs of the business.

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Workshop Engineer

Company: Salt Separation Services

Salary: £34,000 to £36,500 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: Rochdale, OL11 1AP

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 15 Sept 2026

Closing date: 15 Oct 2026

Summary

Join a dynamic engineering team at the forefront of water treatment technology. As a Workshop Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering services in support of both new and existing RO plant systems and equipment. This hands‑on position is ideal for someone with a strong mechanical engineering background, a commitment to quality, and a desire to contribute to a growing company focused on sustainable water solutions. You will be working in the workshop alongside other skilled engineers and apprentices.

Assemble and build water treatment plants (training provided).

Perform mechanical fitting, pipefitting, and light fabrication.

Carry out instrumentation tasks, wiring, and painting as needed.

Conduct equipment testing, including instrument calibration, hydrostatic pressure testing, PSV setting, and certification (training provided).

Oversee inspection, refurbishment, and overhaul of plant equipment.

Inspect incoming equipment and materials.

Support logistics through collection and delivery of goods, and packing and dispatching of equipment.

Maintain and promote the company’s values and culture in all aspects of work.

Lead site teams during offsite work, where applicable.

Contribute to the professional development of apprentices or junior staff (as required)

Carry out any other tasks required to support the needs of the business.

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