Instrumentation Field Service Engineer

United Utilities; Huntington; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider seeks an Instrumentation Technician to maintain and repair water assets. The role involves ensuring compliance with health regulations, performing proactive maintenance, and engaging in capital projects. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, all within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

26 days of annual leave, increasing to 30

Up to 14% employer-contributed pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Performance-related bonus

Gym and wellness discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in Instrumentation maintenance in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work alone and as part of a team.
• Competence in managing Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Instrumentation maintenance and technical support.
• Provide proactive, planned and reactive support for water assets.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Technical expertise

Health & Safety compliance

Problem-solving

Job description

About us

Salary - £38,462
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Huntington Water Treatment Works, Aldford Road, Huntington, Chester, CH3 6DQ
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

The role

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

The Role

You will be responsible for Instrumentation maintenance and technical support to the Water Production team to repair and maintain Water assets.

You will be working in a fast paced modern maintenance environment, providing proactive, planned and reactive support in all aspects of your field of expertise, to ensure compliance with company, statutory and regulatory requirements at the same time minimising environmental impact.

Key accountabilities

As the role can require lone working you will need to be comfortable working alone or as part of a team.

The role will also include working in confined spaces as well as the opportunity to provide input into capital and operational projects to ensure assets fully meet operational and maintenance requirements.

Participation in an out of hour's standby rota is also a requirement. Your duties will include the following:

• Implement an efficient Instrumentation maintenance and installation service.
• Analyse faults, rectify and ensure correct operation of Instrumentation and systems-based equipment.
• Perform planned and proactive maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and internal company policies
• Maintain required financial control of a pre-defined budgets.
• Provide reliable, accurate and complete asset performance and repair information.
• Analyse and recommend solutions to recurring maintenance problems.
• Ensure that throughout your career that the required skills, competence and recency in all relevant subject matter are maintained