Mechanical & Electrical Asset Technician - Sheringham, Norfolk

Anglian Water; Sheringham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water services is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Asset Technician. This role involves maintaining critical water supply equipment, ensuring safe drinking water, and participating in standby shifts. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, including private healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Virtual GP service

Personal private healthcare

Enhanced family leave policies

Paid time off for illness

Personal accident cover

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Competitive pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship in a relevant subject.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate mechanical assets such as pumps and chemical dosing systems.
• Service and calibrate water quality instruments.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Electrical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ/ONC/BTEC Level 2

Job description

Mechanical & Electrical Asset Technician - Sheringham, Norfolk

Employer: Anglian Water

Location: Sheringham, Norfolk

Salary: £36,644 - £44,000 depending on experience

Closing date: 15 May 2025

Job Details

This is a reactive role offering standby and overtime opportunities, in addition to the basic salary. The position involves the use of a company van for business purposes, and is a permanent role working 37 hours per week across Sheringham, North Walsham, Fakenham, and surrounding areas.

Benefits

• Virtual GP service for you and your household
• Personal private healthcare including physiotherapy
• Enhanced family leave policies (maternity, paternity, shared parental leave)
• Paid time off for illness
• Personal accident cover (up to 5 times salary)
• Life assurance (8 times salary)
• Flexible benefits supporting wellbeing and lifestyle
• Competitive pension scheme (company matches contributions up to 6%)
• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
• 24-hour Virtual GP service

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced multi-skilled Mechanical Technician with electrical experience to join our Water Services Team. You will ensure the water supply process delivers safe, wholesome drinking water by maintaining equipment at water treatment works, reservoirs, towers, and pumping stations. The role involves planned maintenance, reactive repairs, working on water quality instruments, and obtaining a Licence to Operate Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate mechanical assets such as pumps, screens, mixers, and chemical dosing systems
• Service and calibrate water quality instruments and control systems
• Participate in standby rota and respond promptly to incidents

Candidate Requirements

• Completed an apprenticeship in a relevant subject
• NVQ/ONC/BTEC Level 2 or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Ability to learn quickly and use initiative
• Flexibility to work standby shifts and live within the surrounding areas

Inclusion & Company Values

Anglian Water is committed to diversity, inclusion, and social mobility. We support a wide range of initiatives to ensure our workplace reflects our community and fosters an environment where everyone can succeed.