Workshop Engineer

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.
Workshop Engineer

Location:

Portland, Dorset
Join Our Team  We are looking for a skilled and motivated  Workshop Engineer  to join our wastewater services team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys working on a variety of industrial equipment, both within our workshop facilities and occasionally on customer sites across the UK.
As part of our engineering team, you will play a key role in maintaining, repairing, and refurbishing critical wastewater equipment for major UK Water Utility companies, helping to ensure essential infrastructure continues to operate efficiently.
About the Role  The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing, fault finding, repairing, and rebuilding a range of industrial and wastewater treatment equipment.

This role offers a mixture of workshop-based activities and occasional field-based work, providing excellent variety and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities   Repair and maintain mechanical and industrial equipment.
Strip, inspect, rebuild, and refurbish machinery, pumps, and heavy industrial equipment.
Carry out planned preventative maintenance activities.
Diagnose faults and undertake repairs down to component level.
Conduct site inspections and prepare survey reports where required.
Work safely and effectively both in the workshop and on customer sites.
Access and interpret technical instructions using electronic devices.
Collaborate with colleagues and other trades to deliver high-quality work and customer service.
What We're Looking For  Essential   Recognised mechanical apprenticeship.
City & Guilds qualification or equivalent.
Experience maintaining and repairing industrial mechanical equipment.
Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of industrial mechanical installation and maintenance.
Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable   Water industry or environmental engineering experience.
Welding and fabrication experience (MMA essential, TIG desirable).
Confined Space certification.
Banksman/Slinger/Crane Supervisor qualifications.
Manual Handling qualification.
HGV licence.
What's in it for You?  We believe in rewarding our employees and supporting their wellbeing and career development. Our benefits package includes:
Competitive salary
Annual discretionary bonus
Overnight subsistence allowance
Additional overnight/stay-away payment
2x annual salary life cover
Pension scheme
Company sick pay policy
Minimum 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flu vaccinations
DSE eye tests
Mental Health First Aiders and wellbeing support programmes
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement
Additional Information  This role requires flexibility to undertake overtime when required and participation in the emergency call-out rota. There may also be occasional overnight stays and work on wastewater treatment sites in line with business and customer requirements.
Apply Today  If you're a motivated engineer looking to build your career with a growing and supportive organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help deliver essential engineering services to the UK's water industry.
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