Mechanical Field Service Engineer

United Utilities; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 34,200 - 46,266; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Training & development

Healthcare plan

Pension

Job summary

United Utilities in Lancaster is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Field Service Engineer to maintain Wastewater assets at the Lancaster site. You will start with a core mechanical focus and develop multi-skilled abilities through structured on-the-job training.

The role involves planned and reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, root-cause analysis, and safety/compliance with regulatory standards. A driving licence and time-served mechanical qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in a mechanical discipline.
• Relevant industry experience within mechanical maintenance, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Strong fault-finding, planning, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across Wastewater assets.
• Diagnose faults, carry out effective repairs, and return equipment safely to service.
• Maintain and improve asset reliability through proactive maintenance and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Accurately record asset performance, defects, and repair data within corporate systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support capital and operational projects.
• Manage maintenance activities within agreed budgets where applicable.
• Work independently when required, while remaining an active and collaborative team member.
• Take part in the on-call standby rota and work in confined spaces when necessary.

Skills

Fault finding

Planning

Organisational skills

Education

Apprenticeship/NVQ3

Tools

Pumps

Gearboxes

Valves

Job description

The Role

Whether you're a skilled mechanical engineer or looking to broaden your expertise into a multi-skilled role, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work while developing your career. We're looking for a hands-on Mechanical Field Service Engineer to join our team at Lancaster.

You'll work in a modern, fast-paced maintenance environment, helping to keep critical Wastewater assets operating safely, efficiently, and in full regulatory compliance. The role starts with a core mechanical focus, with clear scope to develop additional skills through structured on-the-job training and support. If you already bring secondary skills, we'll value and build on them.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across Wastewater assets.
• Diagnose faults, carry out effective repairs, and return equipment safely to service.
• Maintain and improve asset reliability through proactive maintenance and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation, environmental standards, and company policies.
• Accurately record asset performance, defects, and repair data within corporate systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support capital and operational projects.
• Manage maintenance activities within agreed budgets where applicable.
• Work independently when required, while remaining an active and collaborative team member.
• Take part in the on-call standby rota and work in confined spaces when necessary.

What We're Looking For

• A full UK driving licence (a fully equipped company vehicle is provided for travel between sites).
• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in a mechanical discipline.
• Relevant industry experience within mechanical maintenance, engineering, or industrial environments.
• Strong fault-finding, planning, and organisational skills.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assets such as pumps, gearboxes, valves, and rotating machinery.
• A willingness to develop additional skills and support a multi-skilled maintenance approach.

What You'll Get In Return

• A secure role supporting essential Wastewater infrastructure.
• Structured training and development, with opportunities to become multi-skilled.
• Company vehicle, tools, and technology to do your job safely and efficiently.
• A supportive team culture with clear expectations and professional standards.
• A competitive pay and benefits package, including standby/overtime arrangements and pension.

Why Join Us

You'll be working on critical assets that protect the environment and serve local communities— with real opportunities to grow your skills, increase your technical value, and build a long-term career in the water industry.

If you're a capable mechanical engineer who wants responsibility, development, and meaningful work, we'd like to hear from you.

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

About Us

Salary - £40,232
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Lancaster Wastewater Treatment Works, Old Aldcliffe Lane, Stodday, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 0AG
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.

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.