Mechanical Engineer - Heathfield
CompanyHydro International
Location
Heathfield, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/30/2026
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Occupation TypeMetal working production and maintenance fitters
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
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£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
Country: United Kingdom
City: Heathfield with nationwide travel and overnight stays
Req ID: 517290
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Associate
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.
Mechanical Engineer
Heathfield, East Sussex (regular working away & overnight stays required)
£30,000 – £50,000 OTE (DOE)
Join a team improving the UK’s wastewater infrastructure.
About Us
Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in advanced water management solutions. For more than 40 years, we’ve supported municipal, industrial and construction customers in improving water treatment processes, boosting operational performance and reducing environmental impact.
With operations across 40+ countries and 80+ distribution partners, we continue to lead the industry with innovative, sustainable and safety‑first solutions. This role is part of our UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team, supporting water utility companies on wastewater and sewage treatment sites nationwide.
About The Job
City: Heathfield with nationwide travel and overnight stays
Req ID: 517290
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Associate
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.
Mechanical Engineer
Heathfield, East Sussex (regular working away & overnight stays required)
£30,000 – £50,000 OTE (DOE)
Join a team improving the UK’s wastewater infrastructure.
About Us
Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in advanced water management solutions. For more than 40 years, we’ve supported municipal, industrial and construction customers in improving water treatment processes, boosting operational performance and reducing environmental impact.
With operations across 40+ countries and 80+ distribution partners, we continue to lead the industry with innovative, sustainable and safety‑first solutions. This role is part of our UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team, supporting water utility companies on wastewater and sewage treatment sites nationwide.
About The Job
We are looking for an experienced and qualified Mechanical Engineer to join our branch in Heathfield, East Sussex. This is a hands‑on field role with excellent variety and long‑term development opportunities.
In This Job, You Will
About You
To be successful, you’ll need:
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 prepare survey reports for quotations
- Use mobile electronic equipment to access and interpret technical information
- Work at heights, in confined spaces and outdoors in all weather conditions
- Work away from home regularly, including overnight stays
- Occasionally support workshop activities at other UK locations
- Collaborate with other engineers and trades across the business
About You
To be successful, you’ll need:
- A current valid UK driving licence
- City & Guilds mechanical engineering qualification
- Completion of a recognised mechanical apprenticeship
- A safety‑focused mindset
- Strong mechanical knowledge and hands‑on engineering ability
- Willingness to work away from home regularly
- Ability to follow and interpret technical instructions
- A proactive, reliable and positive approach
- Good teamwork and communication skills
- Competitive salary
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Overnight subsistence allowance
- Additional overnight / stay‑away payment
- Life cover – 2× annual salary
- Company pension
- Sick pay policy
- Minimum 23 days holiday + bank holidays
- 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
We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.
Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!
CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the role
Please contact our recruitment team at careers@hydro-int.com.
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.
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