Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Derbyshire

Severn Trent Water; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician for their Derbyshire site. Responsibilities include proactive maintenance of key mechanical assets and ensuring treatment processes operate optimally. A full UK driving license is required. The position offers a starting salary of £38,573, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to contribute positively to the environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical asset maintenance and repair.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work with process control systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical assets onsite proactively and reactively.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Sound diagnostic skills

Problem-solving skills

Basic instrumentation skills

Tools

SCADA system

Fabrication tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Derbyshire

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Our Waste Water Recycling team have a great opportunity for you to join as our newMechanical Maintenance Technician covering the North region (Burton, Staffordshire Moorlands, Derby & Peak District).

The position offers an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team working ona variety of equipment and assets, whereyou will have the opportunity to embrace curiosity and develop new skills outside of your normal day to dayactivities.

You’ll be responsible for making sure our treatment processes are working optimally to deliver important work enhancing our regions rivers. The role will consist of…

• Proactively and reactively maintain the mechanical assets onsite.
• Pumps, Chemical dosing, Gear boxes, High pressure systems, Gas Systems, Hydraulic and Pneumatic systems, Valves, Motors, Generators, Drive Belts, Conveyors, Scrapers
• Fabrication, Lubrication and welding activities.
• Continuously improve mechanical asset base.
• Complete Lifting Operations safely as per LOLER regs.
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• Interpret and update Mechanical drawings
• Supporting the Design and Build of new processes
• Owns site mechanical performance for the site
• Monitor treatment processes using SCADA system and act on alarms as required
• Proactively review the health and availability of assets on site
• Ensure all relevant training including mechanical and maintenance training is up to date

You will be based at one of our main sewage treatment works dependant on home location and will be provided with avehicle for business use, laptop, safety clothing and tools appropriate to the job.

The core working hours are Monday to Friday, you will also participate in a 24/7 stand-by rota.

So, if you care about the environment, are curious about how things work and have the courage to challenge ways of working, we are absolutely certain you will be proud to work for Severn Trent.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Along with your experience, you must hold…

• A full UK driving licence will be required for the role

You’ll be expected to know how to work with process control systems and have a working knowledge of industrial mechanical installation requirements and standards. In Severn Trent we use a number of different devices on the job so your experience working with various IT systems will be great.

You must have sound diagnosticand problem-solving skills. Basic instrumentation skills are desirable but not essential as there will be an opportunity to upskill and develop a second skill set.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• Starting salary of £38,573
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.