Mechanical Technician

J.P. MORGAN; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water industry is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in Northampton. The role involves diagnosing and repairing equipment for Bioresources and Water Recycling assets, contributing to sustainability goals. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including private health care, pension scheme, and a comprehensive leave policy.

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

Double-matched pension scheme

Business use of company van, tools, uniforms, and PPE

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits and working culture

Life Assurance at 8 times your salary

Personal Accident cover – up to 5 times your salary

Family Leave package including enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave

Qualifications

• Relevant apprenticeship completed.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience with gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, and valves.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical equipment.
• Complete planned preventative and condition-based maintenance.
• Support operational teams for safe operation.

Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Mechanical Inspection and Maintenance

Problem Solving

Education

NVQ Level 2 (Mechanical Engineering) or Equivalent

Job description

Mechanical Maintenance Technician – Bioresources

Circa £45k depending on experience, (this includes 15% shift allowance) + Overtime is available

Full time, 40.25 hours a week across 7 day working pattern

Permanent

Location: Northampton

Benefits include:

• 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
• Double-matched pension scheme
• Business use of company van, access to tools, uniforms, and PPE
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits and working culture
• Life Assurance at 8 times your salary
• Personal Accident cover – up to 5 times your salary
• Paid time off for illness
• Family Leave package including enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave policies

Are you passionate about joining a team dedicated to making a positive, direct impact on the environment and communities? Build a water industry for the future.

Reporting to the Bioresources Operations Manager, as part of a site maintenance team, you will diagnose, repair, and complete planned preventative and condition-based maintenance on equipment. Your role supports operational teams to ensure the safe operation of Bioresources and Water Recycling assets, contributing to wastewater treatment, renewable energy production, and bioresource products supporting Circular Economy, Sustainability, and Net Zero goals.

What does it take to be a Bioresources Maintenance Technician?

• NVQ level 2 (mechanical engineering or equivalent) and/or completed a relevant apprenticeship
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience in inspections and maintenance on gearboxes, pumps, conveyors, valves, and centrifuge equipment
• Strong awareness of health and safety
• Knowledge of gas and steam systems (training provided) is desirable
• Flexible and resilient approach to work, including hours, training, and adapting to business needs

We welcome everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Closing date: Sunday 6th July