Maintenance Technician - Single

Severn Trent; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is hiring a Mechanical Maintainer for its Strongford site. This role offers a starting salary of £40,117 plus overtime and additional benefits. Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical systems and ensuring operational efficiency. With a focus on career development, the company provides extensive training and encourages progress from Foundation to Skilled levels. Applicants should have a full UK driving licence and experience in process plants. This position promotes a balanced work-life environment while making a significant impact on the community.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Pension scheme with double contributions

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Dedicated training and development

Family friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanical technician or engineer.
• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical installation standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair mechanical systems in treatment plants.
• Provide preventative maintenance to avoid issues in operations.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience in process plants

Job description

Severn Trent is hiring Mechanical Maintainers across the region, with roles in Strongsord.

Starting from £40,117 + Overtime + Annual Bonus (£1,500) + 25 days leave + 8 days Bank Holiday + Pay Increases + Excellent Benefits + Pension + Training + Progression + Home-Based + Van + Monday–Friday

This role is based at Strongford STW, Stoke-On-Trent and provided with a company vehicle, mobile, safety gear, and tools. Hours: Mon–Thu 7:30–3:30, Fri 7:30–3:00, plus generous overtime opportunities, standby will be required.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Full UK driving licence
• Experience gained from process plants in any industry

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Are you an Mechanical Engineer or Technician looking for specialist training, career progression, and premium overtime rates? No water industry experience? No problem.

Our treatment works operate as complex process plants, just like those in manufacturing, energy, or other industrial sectors. If you’ve worked with process control systems and have a working knowledge of industrial mechanical installation requirements and standards, your skills will transfer seamlessly.

You’ll also get specialist training, work with advanced mechanical systems, and help prevent issues before they happen—keeping communities and rivers safe.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a place to grow and build a career while making a real difference to the environment. You’ll also be part of a close-knit local team—a work family—where you can build friendships, enjoy a laugh, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re passionate about mechanical engineering and want to join a nationally renowned business with ambitious goals, Severn Trent is where your skills—and your career—will thrive.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• Starting salary of £40,117
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

This role has a clear development path from Foundation to Skilled and Expert. Salary starts at £40,117, rising to £43,386 with qualifications and experience.

WHAT’S NEXT?

If you’re a qualified mechanical technician and want a job with a clear environmental purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Before you apply, have an updated CV ready and five minutes to spare.