Mechanical Field Service Engineer

United Utilities; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A water service company is seeking a Mechanical Field Service Engineer in Ellesmere Port. The role involves mechanical maintenance, technical support, and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have relevant experience, an NVQ level 3 qualification, and a full UK driving license. This position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

26 days annual leave increasing to 30

Competitive pension scheme

Healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Performance-related bonus scheme

Mental health first aiders

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Must be a time-served apprentice or equivalent.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Industry experience is necessary.
• Ability to work independently and in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance for mechanical assets.
• Diagnose mechanical faults efficiently.
• Install, replace and commission mechanical components.
• Complete service documentation accurately.
• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage workload and travel schedule effectively.

Skills

Teamwork

Diagnostic skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Planning skills

Computer skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent

Job description

The Role

As Mechanical Field Service Engineer you will be responsible for mechanical maintenance and technical support to the water production team to repair and maintain water assets.

You will be working in a fast-paced 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

• Deliver planned and reactive maintenance across a range of mechanical assets and equipment, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard and in line with health & safety regulations.


• Diagnose mechanical faults efficiently, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions to minimise downtime.


• Install, replace and commission mechanical components, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and industry standards.


• Complete service documentation accurately, including job sheets, reports, and parts usage, ensuring clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholders.


• Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams including electrical engineers, site operators, and contractors to ensure seamless service delivery.


• Contribute to continuous improvement by providing feedback on recurring issues, asset condition and maintenance strategies.


• Manage own workload and travel schedule, ensuring timely response to service calls and site visits across designated areas.

Essential Skills & Experience

To be considered for a role as a Mechanical Field Service Engineer:

• You must be a time served apprentice or equivalent, supported with academic qualifications to a minimum of NVQ level 3.


• A full UK driving license is required for the role


• Industry experience.


• The ability to work in a team but also alone, and sometimes in confined spaces.


• Able and willing to diversify into specialised areas of maintenance, as required, such as chlorine gas systems.


• Diagnostic, organisational, planning, communication and computer skills.

This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship.

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


• 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