Mechanical Engineer – Nottingham (UK Travel Required)
Job Type: Full Time | Workplace: Onsite | Seniority Level: Associate | Location: Nottingham, UK (travel required) | Req ID: 517368
About Us
Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in advanced water management solutions. With over 40 years of experience, we support municipal, industrial and construction customers in improving water treatment, boosting operational performance and reducing environmental impact. Operating across 40+ countries with more than 80 distribution partners, we continue to lead the industry with innovative, sustainable and safety‑first solutions.
About the Job
Join a team improving the UK's wastewater infrastructure as a hands‑on, field‑based Mechanical Engineer in our UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team. This role involves working on wastewater and sewage treatment sites nationwide, providing a variety of practical engineering tasks and opportunities for career growth.
In This Job, You Will
* Install, commission, set up and test water filtration systems on sewage treatment sites
* Carry out site inspections, diagnose faults and produce survey reports for quotations
* Access and interpret technical instructions using mobile electronic devices
* Work at heights, in confined spaces and in all weather conditions on wastewater sites
* Work away from home regularly, including overnight stays
* Occasionally work in Hydro workshops across the UK
* Collaborate closely with other engineers and trades within the business
About You
You Will Need
* A current valid UK driving licence
* City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification
* Completion of a recognised mechanical apprenticeship
You Will Also Bring
* A strong safety‑first approach
* Excellent practical mechanical skills
* Flexibility to work away from home regularly
* Ability to read and follow technical instructions
* A proactive, reliable and positive attitude
* Good teamwork and communication skills
Why Work for Us?
* Competitive salary: £30,000 – £50,000 OTE (DOE)
* Annual discretionary bonus
* Overnight subsistence allowance and additional stay‑away payment
* Life cover – 2× annual salary
* Company pension
* Sick pay policy
* Minimum 23 days holiday + bank holidays
* Flu vaccinations and DSE eye tests
* Mental Health First Aiders & wellbeing support
* Training & development opportunities
* Real opportunities for progression within a global organization
What Hydro International Offers You
* A culture that values opportunity for growth and internal promotion
* Highly competitive salary package and comprehensive secondary benefits
* Significant contribution to your pension plan
* Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organisation
Connect Your Future to CRH
We are curious to learn more about you. Please introduce yourself and send us your application through our job portal. If you know someone who may be interested, share this vacancy. For more details, contact our recruitment team at careers@hydro-int.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Benefits/Perks Note
Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.
Application Process
We cannot accept applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies unless instructed by our recruitment team.
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