At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
We are on the lookout for competent engineers for our HAI / ATEX division.
As an already experienced CompEx Mechanical Engineer, you will be able to demonstrate a wide range of knowledge and a desire to go the extra mile, ensuring the ability to answer our client's needs. You will enjoy speaking to clients in person and taking the initiative to get tasks done.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for an employer that promotes the advancement of their engineers careers. A business that will give you all the training required to be able to fulfill your tasks.
Come and talk to us about what we could do together.
The Role
This is a field-based role. Company van and fuel card provided.
This role will cover multiple sites across South West England for our Wessex Water frameworks.
Contracted to 40hrs per week Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with overtime paid and travel time paid door to door.
- Primary duties will include:
- Project installation
- ATEX inspections
- ATEX report creation.
Who we are
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Requirements
Required
- Relevant Mechanical qualification (essential)
- Relevant CSCS card (or similar) (essential)
- CompEx EX11 (we can upskill)
- Full UK driving licence
- Good client engagement and communication skills
- Fit for work medical.
Desirable
- EUSR
- PASMA / IPAF / Confined Space
- Experience within water, construction, or industrial industries.
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.
We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.
We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
- Competitive salaries
- Health cash plan with Healthshield
- Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Bike 2 Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
- Employee recognition schemes
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.