Mechanical Fitter

Overview

Mechanical Engineer - Water & Utilities – Established UK ME&I Contractor (Confidential).

Location:

Reading | Full-time | Permanent. Travel:
Occasional UK travel.

A well-established Mechanical & Electrical Engineering contractor operating within the UK water sector is recruiting a Mechanical Engineer to support ongoing and future projects. The business delivers installation, maintenance, and repair works across water utility sites and offers long-term, stable employment.

This is a hands-on, site-based role reporting to a Project Manager. You ll be expected to work professionally on live sites, deliver quality mechanical work, and represent the business positively with clients.

You ll carry out a wide range of mechanical engineering activities across multiple sites, working on both short-duration and longer-term projects.

• Reading, understanding, and signing RAMS
• Interpreting 2D and 3D design drawings
• Mechanical installation and repair of pumps, fans, and gearboxes
• Pipework and valve installation (small to large diameter)
• Installation, servicing, and repair of penstocks and flap valves
• General steelwork including handrails, ladders, and platforms
• Erection of lifting gantries
• Mechanical maintenance and servicing of plant
• Working at height, in confined spaces, and hazardous areas
• Customer-facing site work and maintaining good client relationships
• Participation in a 24/7 call-out rota for reactive breakdowns
• Compliance with health, safety, quality, and site-specific procedures
• Maintaining clean, safe, and compliant work areas

You ll be a practical mechanical engineer who can manage your workload and work well as part of a team. Requirements include:

• Completed mechanical apprenticeship or equivalent qualifications
• Valid CSCS card
• Strong health & safety awareness
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to organise time and priorities effectively
• Water industry experience preferred but not essential

This is a straightforward, stable engineering role within the UK water sector, offering varied site work, long-term prospects, and the chance to build specialist experience with a respected contractor