Mechanical Technician- Pumping Stations- Water Recycling

Anglian Water Services; Bedford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join their pumping station servicing teams. The role offers a salary starting at £34,000 for NVQ Level 2 qualified candidates, with potential to earn up to £44,000 with experience and training. The position involves optimising asset performance and requires an NVQ Level 2 qualification and a full UK driving licence. Benefits include private health care, flexible working, and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Personal private health care

25 days annual leave

Business use of company van

Competitive pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits

Life Assurance

Personal Accident cover

Family Leave package

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 Mechanical Engineering qualification (or equivalent) is required.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience in a related role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimise performance and resilience of pumping stations.
• Utilise technology for monitoring assets.
• Work collaboratively in a maintenance team.

Skills

Experience with mechanical/electrical control systems

Telemetry systems knowledge

General water industry plant maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 2 Mechanical Engineering qualification

Relevant apprenticeship

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Technician - Pumping Stations- Water Recycling Operations Locations - Milton Keynes to Bedford 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

Dive into a world of opportunity!

Get ready to make a difference and join us as a Mechanical Maintenance Technician in our proactive pumping station servicing teams, responsible for optimising performance and resilience of our assets by utilising technology such as Ovarro data. With support from a collaborative team, you will have an opportunity to develop your commercial and/ or industrial experience with assets such as: pumps, valves , gearboxes and motors . Experience working with mechanical /Electrical control systems, telemetry systems and general water industry plant maintenance would also be advantageous.

Responsibilities

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

• Personal private health care
• 25 days annual leave – rising with length of service
• Business use of company van plus access to tools and all uniform and PPE
• Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.
• A flexible working culture
• Life Assurance at eight times your salary
• Personal Accident cover – up to 5x 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

What does it take to be a Mechanical Maintenance Technician ?

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

Inclusion at Anglian Water

Inclusion is for everyone, and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong.

Closing date

Closing date: Sunday 2nd November

Interviews: November/December - Dates TBC

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