Mechanical Technician

Anglian Water Services; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider in Milton Keynes is seeking a Mechanical Technician to ensure the reliability of water recycling operations. Candidates should have NVQ Level 2 in Engineering or equivalent, with responsibilities including general repairs and preventive maintenance. This full-time position comes with comprehensive benefits, including private health care and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Private health care

Virtual GP service

Generous pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Flexible working culture

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent in Engineering/Mechanical.
• Full UK driving license.
• Experience in fault investigation and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general repairs on water recycling assets.
• Investigate and rectify faults on equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance for reliability.

Skills

Fault investigation

General repairs

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 2 Engineering/Mechanical qualification

Completed relevant apprenticeship

Tools

Control panels

Telemetry systems

Pumps

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician - Water Recycling Operations (Milton Keynes & surrounding area)

Starting salary: £38,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent). £34,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 2 ( or equivalent), with clear progression opportunities. Earn up to £44,000 with further training and experience. All PPE, tools, van and fuel card provided

Full time permanent position, 37 hours per week Monday - Friday (8am - 4pm)

Occasional weekend working as per standby rota

We offer a wide range of benefits including Private health care, Virtual GP service for you and your household. Generous pension scheme – we double-match your contributions, up to 6% giving you 18% combined contribution

Responsibilities

Get ready to make a difference and join us as an Industrial Mechanic, 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.

• Carry out general repairs and maintenance on water recycling assets
• Investigate faults and rectify issues on electrical/control panels, pumps, gearboxes, telemetry systems and instrumentation
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure asset reliability
• Assist with small-scale domestic work as part of broader asset management
• Collaborate with a team to support continuous improvement and safe operations

What does it take to be a Mechanical Technician?

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have obtained an NVQ level 2 Engineering/Mechanical qualification (or equivalent) and/or completed a relevant apprenticeship and hold a full UK driving licence.

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 – enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies

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: Tuesday 30th September

Interview date/s: October - Dates TBC

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