The Vacancy
BWGM have an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer to join our Projects division on a permanent basis covering various sites throughout the Southern Water region of England. The overall purpose for the role is to deliver mechanical maintenance, refurbishment and new installation works including testing & pre-commissioning activities.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
- Maintain, repair and install mechanical equipment for various private client sectors and Southern Water sites – pumps/ pipework/ screens/ valves/ gratings/ handrailing/ etc.
- Assist in working with our civil, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation technicians, commissioning engineers and site client operations staff.
- Swiftly and comprehensively fault-find, rectifying problems on a variety of mechanical equipment including sewage pumps and valves and associated pipe work, air blowers, screens, filter equipment, tanks, tank bridges.
- Actively taking part in Risk Assessments, COSHH Assessment and all related Health and Safety issues, and demonstrate ability to interpret RAMS and prepare daily TSRA’s.
- Providing information and on-site support for bWGM teams, assisting interdepartmental teams as required.
- Working onsite and travelling to and from site.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to work.
To be considered for this position you will have at least 2-3 years previous mechanical engineering experience ideally working within the wastewater sector, the ideal candidate will have excellent technical skills and the ability to work as part of team as well and on your own initiative. The ideal candidate will have a recognised qualification in mechanical engineering or be a time served apprentice. A full UK driving licence is essential as various travel across the region is required.
Benefits
We offer a competitive package, including:
- 32 days holiday, increasing to 36 based on length of service.
- Enhanced pension scheme.
- Van & fuel card.
- Life assurance scheme.
- Salary sacrifice – (Electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase & cycle to work).
- Enhanced maternity & paternity Leave.
- Company sick pay (available after qualifying period).
- Employee discount programme.
About Us
Based in Scotland, we are an engineering business providing mechanical, electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UK’s leading engineering solution providers, recognised for outstanding client service, quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety. From our HQ in Glasgow, we deliver sustainable solutions to the water and renewables sectors. Supplementary services include project management, technical engineering, design, and off-site modular build.
We have partnered with innovative technology providers in the renewables sector, including solar PV, hydroelectric and heat networks. We are a progressive, people-orientated business driven by our values to deliver workable and cost-effective solutions in the communities we work. When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth.
WGM is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
Benefits
An RSK Company
Life Assurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted Gym Membership
Mental Health Support
Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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