Job Description: Installation Engineer
Position Overview
- Job Title: Installation Engineer
- Location: Stirling, Scotland (FK7 7SW) – Requires travel across Scotland, the Western Isles, and Northern England
- Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (Depending on experience)
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
- Reporting To: Installations Team Leader / Operations Manager
Company Overview
Highwater Scotland is the UK’s leading bespoke private water supply company. We specialise in delivering end-to-end water solutions across the country. We pride ourselves on engineering excellence, reliability, and ensuring the secure supply of clean water to our clients.
Job Summary
The primary purpose of this role is to undertake the high-quality installation and servicing of a variety of water treatment plants and equipment. Working on projects ranging from small-scale private domestic units to larger commercial facilities, you will ensure the reliable supply of potable water to our diverse client base.
Person Specification
Experience & Technical Qualifications
- Industry Experience: Understanding and experience in understanding pumps, filters and control systems.
- Qualifications: Mechanical and/or electrical engineering qualifications (e.g., NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent) are highly advantageous.
- Driving Licence: A full UK Driving Licence is mandatory. A Trailer Licence (BE category) is highly preferred.
Core Competencies
- Operational Agility: Strong planning, organising, and logical problem-solving skills with the ability to work methodically under pressure.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, supported by strong numeracy and literacy for technical report writing.
- Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional teamwork capabilities with a collaborative, client-focused attitude when representing the company on-site.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Technical Performance
Install and service submersible borehole pumps, booster pumps, holding tanks, specialist filters & sterilisers.
Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and water handling issues on-site.
Complete all scheduled engineering and/or servicing works efficiently within required timescales
Assist with follow up tasks, emergency callouts, comprehensive job preparation & drilling operations.
Health, Safety & Compliance
Maintain strict compliance with all statutory Health & Safety regulations at all times.
Conduct point of work risk assessments on-site to ensure safe working conditions for yourself, the team and clients.
Correctly use and maintain all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and speciality tools.
Reporting & Logistics
Produce and submit accurate and complete site visit reports promptly after each visit.
Adapt to extensive regional travel, including overnight stays away from home across Scotland (inc Western Isles) and Northern England
Participate in weekend & evening on call rota (approx. 4 weekends per year)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,300.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
