Electro-Mechanical Wastewater Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Truro; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water treatment seeks an Electro-Mechanical Wastewater Engineer based in Truro. The role involves maintenance and fault-finding on wastewater systems across the UK, requiring a Level 3 apprenticeship in engineering and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, company van, and various benefits, contributing to sustainable water solutions.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days

Private healthcare enrollment after 3 months

Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Full clean UK driving licence required.
• Experience with wastewater systems (domestic, commercial, industrial) is desirable.
• Certifications in PASMA, confined space (medium risk), and first aid are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Serve as electro-mechanical service engineer for wastewater treatment systems.
• Perform scheduled and reactive maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment.
• Conduct fault-finding, repairs, and replacements on-site.

Skills

Project management ability

Education

Level 3 apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering

Job description

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Electro-Mechanical Wastewater Engineer, Truro

Client:

Saur EUROPE

Location:

Truro, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Summary:

Nijhuis Saur Industries UK & Ireland are global leaders in water treatment for a wide range of industries, including food and beverage companies and holiday parks.

Our mission focuses on sustainable water re-use, energy, and resource recovery, with a commitment to building long-term customer relationships.

The Service and Maintenance department manages tasks related to the design, installation, commissioning, servicing, optimization, and fault-finding of treatment plants.

Due to rapid business growth, we seek an experienced Electro-Mechanical Engineer passionate about providing preventative and reactive solutions efficiently and sustainably, with excellent customer service.

This is a mobile role based out of our Truro office, covering contracts across the UK.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as electro-mechanical service engineer for wastewater treatment systems.
• Perform scheduled and reactive maintenance on electro-mechanical equipment.
• Conduct fault-finding, repairs, and replacements on-site.
• Prepare detailed reports and recommendations.
• Travel across the UK to maintenance or project sites, independently or with a team.
• Prepare timesheets, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Assist with overseas projects occasionally.

Qualifications/Skills (Essential):

• Level 3 apprenticeship in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Full clean UK driving licence.
• Project management ability.

Qualifications/Skills (Desirable):

• Experience with wastewater systems (domestic, commercial, industrial).
• PASMA certification.
• Confined space certification (medium risk).
• Blue water card.
• SMSTS/SSSTS.
• First aid certification.

Working for us means:

• Salary between £37,000 & £43,000, depending on experience.
• Company van and fuel card.
• Overtime and on-call payments.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory days.
• 6-month probation period.
• Immediate or after 3 months, private healthcare enrollment.
• Group Income Protection and Death in Service (4x salary) upon employment start.
• Notice period: 1 week during probation, 1 month thereafter.

Environmental & Social Impact Goals:

To reach Net Zero emissions by 2040, maintain high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, accountability, and B-Corp Certification, creating a positive impact for stakeholders and the planet.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Committed to providing equal employment opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Additional Notes:

Please do not call or email unless contacted first. Agency support is not desired; unsolicited resumes will be treated as direct applications.