Mechanical Maintenance Technician

Anglian Water Services; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in Saffron Walden seeks a Wastewater Maintenance Technician to perform general repairs and maintenance on vital systems. The successful candidate will hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Engineering and have a full UK driving licence. This role significantly contributes to environmental protection and community welfare. The position offers a salary starting at £34,000, benefits including private healthcare and a competitive pension scheme, and clear progression opportunities.

Benefits

Private health care

Competitive pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in mechanical or engineering qualification.
• Completion of a relevant apprenticeship is advantageous.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general repairs and scheduled maintenance.
• Investigate and rectify faults to ensure asset reliability.
• Work with mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical control systems

Problem-solving skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Mechanical/Engineering

Apprenticeship in relevant field

Tools

Pumps

Telemetry systems

Electrical control panels

Job description

Overview

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, 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?

Responsibilities

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 it takes 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

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (mechanical/engineering) qualification (or equivalent) or completed a relevant apprenticeship
• 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

Benefits

• 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%
• 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 – including enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies

Closing date: 02/11

Interviews: Mid November

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