Maintenance Team Leader

United Utilities; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave (to 30)

Pension up to 14%

7.5% bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

MyGymDiscounts

Salary Finance

Wealth at Work courses

EVolve Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Plan

Mental health first aiders

ShareBuy

Flexible benefits

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

United Utilities is seeking a hands‑on Maintenance Team Leader to oversee a multi‑discipline team of engineers and contractors across sites including Samlesbury region. You will drive maintenance planning, safety and continuous improvement while ensuring reliable, compliant operations.

The role combines leadership with hands‑on technical work, requiring a full driving licence and an engineering qualification.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence is essential due to the regional nature of the role.
• Engineering qualification (electrical, mechanical or instrumentation) with strong maintenance/engineering foundation.
• Clear technical know‑how for overseeing repairs and fault-finding.
• Commitment to continuous improvement to boost team performance and safety.
• Strong health, safety and compliance knowledge to embed a proactive safety culture.
• Strong communication and organisational skills across levels with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a multi-skilled team of engineers and contractors across multiple sites.
• Own maintenance planning, delivery and performance for safety, efficiency and compliance.
• Drive proactive maintenance culture via continuous improvement and root cause analysis.
• Support operational teams ensuring critical equipment performs reliably.
• Prioritise work safely and assess site risks.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, contractors and stakeholders to deliver service excellence.
• Monitor KPIs and report data to inform improvements.
• Maintain documentation, audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Driving licence

Engineering qualification

Technical know‑how

Continuous improvement

Health & safety

Communication

Job description

Maintenance Team Leader

Date: 2026-10-20T00:00:00

Location: Blackburn, Lancashire, GB, BB1 6

Company: United Utilities

Closing Date: 2026-11-17T19:15:14.55

The Role

We're looking for a hands-on, people-focused Maintenance Team Leader to join our team and play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly, safely and efficiently. In this frontline leadership position, you'll take the lead on all things maintenance and operational support. You'll manage and motivate a multi-disciplined team of engineers and contractors, fostering a culture of accountability, high performance, and collaboration. From planned preventative maintenance to responding swiftly to the unexpected, you'll be the steady hand ensuring our equipment and systems remain safe, reliable and compliant. With Samlesbury as your base and regular travel to sites across the region, you'll be fully embedded in day-to-day operations—collaborating with your team, solving problems in real time, and keeping things moving. You'll have the freedom to lead from the front while staying connected to the people and equipment that keep our services running.

Key Accountabilities

• Lead & develop a team of multi-skilled engineers and contractors across multiple sites.
• Take ownership of maintenance planning, delivery, and performance to ensure safety, efficiency and compliance.
• Drive a proactive maintenance culture through continuous improvement and effective root cause analysis.
• Support operational teams by ensuring critical equipment and systems are performing reliably.
• Manage risk through effective prioritisation of work, safe systems of work, and ongoing site assessments.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver service excellence.
• Monitor and report on KPI's using data to inform resolutions and drive improvements.
• Ensure high standards of documentation, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across all activities.
• Promote a strong health & safety culture, always championing safe working practices.

Essential skills you need to demonstrate to us

• A full driving licence is essential due to the regional nature of the role.
• A recognised engineering qualification (electrical, mechanical or instrumentation) with a strong foundation in maintenance or engineering, combined with a confident, supportive leadership style - you know how to guide a team while remaining hands‑on and approachable.
• Clear technical know‑how, with the ability to oversee complex repairs, lead fault‑finding and offer practical, calm solutions in the moment.
• A commitment to continuous improvement - you naturally look for ways to streamline processes, boost team performance and ensure equipment runs safely and reliably.
• A strong understanding of health, safety and compliance standards, with the ability to embed a positive and proactive safety culture across the team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills - you're confident building relationships at all levels and balancing competing priorities across different roles.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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

Salary and Work Details

• Salary: 48,979
• Work Type: Onsite
• Job Location: Blackburn waste water treatment works, Cuerdale Lane Samlesbury Blackburn Lancashire PR5 0UY
• Role Type: Permanent
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Working Hours: 37.0 Hours per Week

About United Utilities

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 contribution.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.

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The RoleWe're looking for a hands-on, people-focused Maintenance Team Leader to join our team and play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly, safely and efficiently.In this frontline leadership position, you'll take the lead on all thing's maintenance and operational support. You'll manage and motivate a multi-disciplined team of engineers and contractors, fostering a culture of accountability, high performance, and collaboration. From planned preventative maintenance to responding swiftly to the unexpected, you'll be the steady hand ensuring our equipment and systems remain safe, reliable and compliant.With Samlesbury as your base and regular travel to sites across the region, you'll be fully embedded in day-to-day operations-collaborating with your team, solving problems in real time, and keeping things moving. You'll have the freedom to lead from the front while staying connected to the people and equipment that keep our services running.Key AccountabilitiesLead &develop a team of multi-skilled engineers and contractors across multiple sites.Take ownership of maintenance planning, delivery, and performance to ensure safety, efficiency and compliance.Drive a proactive maintenance culture through continuous improvement and effective root cause analysis.Support operational teams by ensuring critical equipment and systems are performing reliably.Manage risk though effective prioritisation of work, safe systems of work, and ongoing site assessments.Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to delivery service excellence.Monitor and report on KPI's using data to inform resolutions and drive improvements.Ensure high standards of documentation, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across all activities.Promote a strong health & safety culture, always championing safe working practices.Essential skills you need to demonstrate to us:A full driving license is essential due to the regional nature of the role.Arecognised engineering qualification (electrical, mechanical or instrumentation) with a strong foundation in maintenance or engineering, combined with a confident, supportive leadership style - you know how to guide a team while remaining hands‑on and approachable.Clear technical know‑how, with the ability to oversee complex repairs, lead fault‑finding and offer practical, calm solutions in the moment.A commitment to continuous improvement-you naturally look for ways to streamline processes, boost team performance and ensure equipment runs safely and reliably.A strong understanding of health, safety and compliance standards, with the ability to embed a positive and proactive safety culture across the team.Strong communication and organisational skills-you're confident building relationships at all levels and balancing competing priorities across different role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship.BenefitsA generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 daysafter four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidaysA competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life coverUp to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievementsA comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded schemeMyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptionsBest DoctorsSalary FinanceWealth at Work coursesDeals and discountsEVolve Car SchemeEmployee Assistance PlanMental health first aidersShareBuyMORE Choices flexible benefitsEnhanced parental leave schemesSalary - 48,979Work Type - OnsiteJob Location - Blackburn waste water treatment works, Cuerdale Lane Samlesbury Blackburn Lancashire PR5 0UYRole Type - PermanentEmployment Type - Full TimeWorking 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.We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure thatyou will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.