Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Anglian Water Group Ltd.; Basildon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Pension (double match)

Virtual GP service

Annual leave 26 days

Life assurance

Accident cover

Family friendly policies

Job summary

Anglian Water Group Ltd. is hiring a Maintenance Technician to carry out repairs and scheduled maintenance on water recycling assets. You will be part of a collaborative team ensuring reliable operation of pumps, gearboxes and telemetry-enabled systems.

The role requires NVQ levels in mechanical/engineering and a valid UK driving licence, with full-time hours (37 per week) and occasional weekend work. A meaningful career with strong training awaits.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (mechanical/engineering) or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience with mechanical control systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and investigate faults on mechanical assets.
• Complete scheduled maintenance to ensure asset reliability.
• Assist with maintenance on pumps, gearboxes and related plant.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Pumps & gearboxes

Telemetry systems

Education

NVQ Level 2 (mechanical/engineering)

NVQ Level 3 (mechanical/engineering)

Job description

Starting Basic salary (plus standby & overtime payments): £39,520 for candidates with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)£35,360 for candidates with NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)Clear progression opportunities to earn up to £47,840 Basic with further training and experienceAll PPE, tools, and fuel card providedPermanent Full-time, with flexibility for part-time, 37 hours, 5-day working pattern including some weekends.Location: Tilbury, Chelmsford, Grays, Brentwood and surrounding areas (must be with 40min drive to Tilbury)Are you passionate about joining a fantastic team dedicated to making a positive, direct impact on the environment and the communities we serve?We invest in our people - as a valued employee, you'll be entitled to:Personal private health careGenerous double match pension - contribute 7% and Anglian Water will contribute 14%, giving a total contribution of 21%24-hour Virtual GP service for you and your household26 days annual leave - rising with length of service and the ability to buy moreLife assurance (up to 8 x salary)Personal accident cover (up to 5 x salary)Excellent family friendly policies, such as 26 weeks full pay for maternity / adoption leave, as well as 4 weeks paid paternity / partner leave. Opportunity for shared parental payBonus schemeFlexible benefits and working culture to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.Build a water industry for the futureGet ready to make a difference and join us as a maintenance technician, responsible for carrying out general repairs, investigating and rectifying faults and completing scheduled maintenance to ensure the reliability of our assets. This role is not just about doing a job, it has a real purpose; it's about protecting our environment.With support from a collaborative team, your mechanical knowledge will enable you to be responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of water recycling assets - including equipment installed at water treatment works, as well as carrying out planned & reactive maintenance on our mechanical assets Experience working with mechanical control systems, telemetry systems, pumps, gearboxes and general mechanical/electrical plant maintenance would also be advantageous. This role is vital and will have a direct impact on the environment and communities that we serve.What does it take to be a Wastewater Maintenance Technician?To be successful in this role, you must have obtained an NVQ level 2 or 3 (mechanical/engineering) qualification (or equivalent) and/or completed a relevant apprenticeship and hold a full UK driving licenceInclusion 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 & can use every drop of their potentialClosing date: 08/11/26#loveeverydrop#LI-AP1