At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to deliver major water and wastewater engineering projects.
- Company: Kier-led water infrastructure programme with exciting opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary or attractive contract rates, flexible options available.
- Other info: Great career growth potential in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on vital water projects while enhancing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in mechanical engineering, especially in water/wastewater and utilities.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a major Kier-led water infrastructure programme, working across the Thames Valley and surrounding areas. With significant investment being made across the UK water sector, this is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to become involved in major water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment works upgrades, process improvements, pumping systems, mechanical installations and commissioning.
Central location: Thames Valley / Oxfordshire
Projects across: Oxford, Swindon, Reading & Harpenden
Permanent or Contract: Both options available
Contract: Attractive day rate available – dependent on experience
The Opportunity
The successful Mechanical Engineer will work as part of a multidisciplinary project team, supporting the delivery of major water and wastewater schemes. Responsibilities may include:
- Mechanical engineering support throughout project delivery
- Mechanical installation, inspection and commissioning
- Pumps, valves, pipework and process equipment
- Reviewing drawings, specifications and technical documentation
- Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams
- Supporting MEICA integration
- Resolving technical issues on site
- Ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification and programme
Why consider this opportunity?
This is much more than a standard Mechanical Engineer role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a portfolio of significant Thames Water AMP8 projects, potentially including major sewage treatment works upgrades and wider water infrastructure schemes across the region. For someone looking to strengthen their CV within the water, utilities and infrastructure sector, this represents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to complex, high-value engineering projects with a major UK contractor.
The ideal candidate
We are interested in Mechanical Engineers with experience in:
- Water / wastewater
- MEICA
- Utilities
- Process engineering
- Industrial or heavy engineering
- Mechanical installation & commissioning
- Pumps, pipework, valves and associated equipment
Water-sector experience is highly desirable, but candidates from other complex mechanical engineering backgrounds will also be considered.
Permanent or Contract – Your Choice
Whether you're looking for your next long-term permanent position or you’re an experienced contractor looking for your next project, we’d like to hear from you. Competitive permanent salary + package OR Attractive contract day rate available, dependent on experience.
Apply now for a confidential discussion and further details on the projects, rate/package and upcoming opportunities. Please note: exact project allocation and location will be dependent on programme requirements.
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