Workshop Engineer

About Environment & Safety

SOCOTEC’s Environment and Safety team provides expert environmental, health and safety consultancy and compliance services that help organisations manage risk, protect people and safeguard the environment. Our services include environmental monitoring and consultancy, water safety and hygiene solutions with Legionella risk assessments and water system management, fire safety consultancy and inspections, occupational hygiene assessments and workplace exposure monitoring, and specialist advisory support on regulatory and sustainability challenges. We use industry-leading tools and science-based approaches to deliver accurate data, practical guidance and innovative solutions that ensure compliance with UK legislation, minimise environmental impact and create healthier, safer workplaces for clients

What's in it for you?

Your expertise deserves recognition. Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family-friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Job Description

• Read and follow work and test instructions.
• Understand and Adhere to all health & safety standards & RAM’s
• Maintain a clean, and safe work place at all times, and Ensure documentation is kept in order.
• Ability to problem solve issues.
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Good knowledge of software, Computers & iPads etc.
• Software Skills (Sim Cards, Data 4G, VPN etc)
• IPC 620 (Wire and Cable Standards)
• Inspect, trouble-shoot, and repair returned equipment, report advising on status 
• Basic understanding of pressure testing and procedures.
• Assist, Update or compile equipment build notes / manuals as required.
• Liaise with line manager on expected completion of equipment build & Test

Qualifications

• Sound electro-mechanical assembly skills, comfortable with chassis, wiring & Pipe work
• Candidate will occasionally be needed to go off site and work with engineers
• Build equipment to specification from electrical and mechanical drawings to the highest standards
• Construction of different types of water treatment equipment including Ozone, Cyclone Filtration, water softeners, Reverse Osmosis, Chlorine Dioxide and Chemical Dosing systems.
• Carry out repairs and service of service exchange equipment
• Test completed products and complete test reports.
• Carry out repairs of water treatment equipment, including testing and updating of test record.
• Inspecting machinery / Tools / Equipment and report, any faults to management.

Additional Information

Why SOCOTEC?

Join a thriving community of over 2,000 industry professionals who are passionate about making a real difference. At SOCOTEC UK, we're not just delivering services - we're shaping the future of testing, inspection, and certification across the nation.

What sets us apart? Our people. We've built our reputation on attracting exceptional talent like you and empowering them to deliver excellence at every turn. Our comprehensive range of TIC services means you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse, challenging projects that truly matter.

In this role, you won't just be another employee - you'll be a key player in our continued success story. Your expertise will directly contribute to our mission of building a safer, more sustainable world, while you grow your career alongside some of the industry's finest professionals.

Your Career, Your Way

Build a traditional career path or explore opportunities across multiple disciplines - all within SOCOTEC. Your choice, your direction.

Work Your Way

Local, national, or global projects. Office-based, remote, or hybrid. We offer the flexibility that empowers you to perform at your best.

Committed to Your Growth

From day one, you'll have access to comprehensive training, mentorship, and development programs. We support every step of your professional journey. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.