Industrial Mechanical Fitter/Engineer

Permanent, Full Time – 36 hour per week

Salary – from £40,000 + Overtime (OTE of £7,500)

Van, fuel card & tools provided

Are you looking for a role in a supportive environment where you can develop your skills? We are looking for a proven Mechanical Engineer to join our Design & Delivery Team as an Industrial Mechanical Fitter/Engineer.

As a Mechanical Pipe Fitter, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment to a high professional standard. Working on multiple sites, with no two days being the same, you will be presented with unique challenges using your expertise to plan and deliver industrial installations.

This position requires a combination of technical skills and problem‑solving abilities. Conducting site surveys and assessments to determine project requirements and develop installation plans.

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• Read and interpret technical drawings to ensure accurate installation and maintenance of equipment.
  
• Perform pipe fitting tasks, install and align pumps, motors, and other mechanical components.
  
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
  
• Conduct preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
  
• Prepare detailed reports on installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
  

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• The successful candidate will be competent in reading and understanding installations from mechanical drawings, identify the source of issues and identifying potential installation solutions.
  
• You’ll be a time served mechanical engineer (pipe fitter) educated to at least ONC/NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
  
• Demonstrate an installation and/or maintenance background.
  
• Able to manage your time efficiently with minimal supervision.
  
• With a hands‑on practical approach and keen eye for detail, you’ll be familiar with pumps and other mechanical equipment and have the desire to expand your skill‑set with training to improve earning potential.
  

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• Potential to receive payment for up to 4 Technical Modules (extra salary for extra skills). £1,500 per module per year with expectation that each technician will achieve a minimum of 2 modules within 3 years.
  
• Well‑developed succession plans with opportunities for individuals to receive leadership and technical training in support of their career development within the Asset department.
  
• Potential for company support for higher education.
  
• Potential to develop and grow your career internally.
  

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• Annual leave entitlement starting on 23 days + Bank Holidays – Increases with Length of Service.
  
• Additional 2 × ½ days holiday for Christmas.
  
• Option to buy and sell leave.
  

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• Generous defined contribution pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution.
  
• Access to 24/7 digital GP.
  
• All tools, PPE and company uniform supplied.
  
• Annual health screening process.
  
• Cycle to work scheme.
  
• Discount portal.
  
• Wellbeing support.
  
• Paid time to take part in community events.
  

Prospective employees in defined safety and security critical roles will be required to undertake a drug and alcohol test after the job offer has been made. This will be prior to or within four weeks of their start date. Prospective employees and agency workers who fail a pre‑employment urine drug screen will have their sample analysed by the Company appointed laboratory as a matter of course. Failing a pre‑employment drugs or alcohol test may lead to the job offer being revoked.

Here at NWG we strive to make Northumbrian Water Group (NWG) a Great Place to Work, for all. We embrace and value Diversity, Inclusion and Equity and encourage you to bring your full self to work. As an equal opportunity employer we’re committed to having a diverse community represented across our business.

We’re aware that not everyone will have every skill listed in the job description, however if you have some of the skills listed, we'd encourage you to apply.

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) provides water and sewerage services to 2.7 million people in the North East of England as Northumbrian Water, and water services to 1.5 million people in the South East of England as Essex & Suffolk Water. We are proud to serve our customers and we're committed to delivering great service, putting our customers at the heart of everything we do.