Maintenance Technician Bioresources (Electrical)

Anglian Water Services; Basildon; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company is seeking an Electrician to handle general repairs, maintenance of large pumps, and electrical switchgear. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification and relevant experience in inspections and fault diagnosis. Offering a competitive salary of circa £55,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, this role emphasizes making a positive impact in the community. Join a company known for its commitment to inclusivity and employee well-being.

Benefits

Personal private health care

Flexible working hours

Double-matched pension scheme

Bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification (or equivalent) required.
• Demonstrable experience in maintenance and fault diagnosis.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and rectify faults.
• Complete scheduled and reactive maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain and diagnose faults on large pumps and electrical switchgear.

Skills

Experience in inspections

Fault diagnosis competence

Repairs to large pumps

Knowledge of electrical control panels

Education

NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification

Completed a relevant apprenticeship

Job description

Salary & Hours

Circa £55,000 (starting salary £47,864 + 15% shift allowance) with opportunity for pay progression.

40.25 hours per week, shift‑based.

Location

Basildon / Chelmsford

Benefits

• Personal private health care including physiotherapy
• 24‑hour Virtual GP service for you and your household
• 25 days annual leave rising with length of service
• Double‑matched pension scheme: you put in 6%, Anglian Water adds 12%
• Business use of a company van plus access to tools and all uniform and PPE
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits and working culture to support wellbeing and lifestyle
• Life Assurance at 8 times your salary
• Personal Accident cover up to 5 times your salary
• Paid time off when you're physically and mentally unwell
• Excellent Family Leave package (enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave)
• Flexible working hours considered (reviewed on an individual basis)
• Lots of great discounts!

Overview

Get ready to make a difference and join us as an Electrician at Anglian Water. You’ll be responsible for carrying out general repairs, investigating and rectifying faults and completing scheduled & reactive maintenance to ensure the reliability of our assets. This role is not just about doing a job; it has a real purpose: protecting our environment and our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and rectify faults.
• Complete scheduled and reactive maintenance.
• Inspect, maintain and diagnose faults on large pumps, actuated valves, VSDs and 3‑phase electrical switchgear.
• Work with electrical control panels, motor testing, level control equipment, instrumentation, inverters, gearboxes, screw conveyors and centrifuge equipment.

What does it take to be a bioresources electrician

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification (or equivalent) – e.g., 18th Edition electrical City & Guilds Level 3.
• Completed a relevant apprenticeship.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Demonstrable experience in inspections, maintenance and fault diagnosis, and competence in repairs to large pumps, actuated valves, VSD and 3‑phase electrical switchgear.

Inclusion at Anglian Water

We welcome everyone! As an equal‑opportunity employer we consider all qualified applicants no matter their gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other protected characteristic. We hire and nurture based on merit and a shared passion for making positive impacts. Our commitment is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and can use every drop of their potential. #loveeverydrop