Mechanical Maintenance Technician

ANGLIAN WATER; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company seeks a Wastewater Maintenance Technician to ensure the reliable operation of wastewater systems. The role involves general maintenance, investigating faults, and collaboration with a team. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Engineering and a UK driving licence. This position offers a starting salary of £34,000-£38,000, with opportunities for progression, a comprehensive benefits package, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Personal private health care

24‑hour Virtual GP service

25 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Business use of company van

Flexible benefits

Life Assurance

Personal Accident cover

Family Leave package

Paid time off for sickness

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Engineering or equivalent qualifications.
• Relevant apprenticeship completion is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general repairs and maintenance on wastewater systems.
• Investigate and rectify faults to ensure reliability.
• Work collaboratively with a team on maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical/Engineering qualification

Full UK driving licence

Experience with mechanical control systems

Experience with telemetry systems

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Engineering

Tools

Electrical control panels

Motor testing equipment

Inverters

Job description

Starting salary: £38,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)

£34,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)

Clear progression opportunities to earn up to £44,000 with further training and experience

All PPE, tools, and fuel card provided

Permanent Full-time, with flexibility for part-time, 37 hours, 5-day working pattern including some weekends.

Location: Saffron Walden and surrounding areas

Are you passionate about joining a fantastic team dedicated to making a positive, direct impact on the environment and the communities we serve?

As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:

• 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
• Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double‑matches your contributions up to 6%(18% total)
• Business use of company van PLUS access to tools and all uniform and PPE
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits and working culture to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.
• Life Assurance at 8 times your salary
• Personal Accident cover – up to 5 times your salary
• Lots of great discounts!
• Paid time off when you’re physically and mentally unwell
• An excellent Family Leave package – to help you support your family including enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies.

Build a water industry for the future

Get 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, you will develop your commercial and/ or industrial experience with assets such as electrical control panels, motor testing, level control equipment and instrumentation, inverters, including some small‑scale domestic work. 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 licence.

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 & can use every drop of their potential.

Closing date: 18/01/26

Interviews: Late January/Early February

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