Planned Mechanical Craftsperson

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planned Mechanical Craftsperson to join their team in Plymouth. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a company van and flexible holiday options. You will be responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment across various wastewater sites, ensuring compliance and high service standards. If you are passionate about problem-solving and want to contribute to a sustainable future, this role is your chance to make a difference in a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

23 - 27 days' holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays

Buy or sell annual leave

Company van

Free car parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Free eye tests and discounts at Specsavers

Access to discounts on various retailers through Perkbox

Discretionary Bonus

Competitive Contributory Pension

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship in a relevant technical discipline required.
• Experience with Waste Water treatment processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Fault find and repair large complex pieces of mechanical equipment.
• Provide high standard services to meet compliance and quality requirements.

Skills

Fault finding

Mechanical maintenance

Health and safety compliance

Welding

Fabrication

Education

Completed Apprenticeship in a relevant technical discipline

Tools

Breathing Apparatus

Job description

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Planned Mechanical Craftsperson, Plymouth

Client:

South West Water

Location:

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

2

Posted:

30.03.2025

Expiry Date:

14.05.2025

Job Description:

At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate. We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area. And we have huge ambitions. Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come. So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater. Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity where you can apply your knowledge and problem-solving skills?

We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Mechanical Craftsperson to join our team based in Plymouth and Totnes. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £34,368 - £40,729 per annum. You will also receive a guaranteed standby allowance, plus additional payments for call out and overtime opportunities. You will also be entitled to a company van and a range of excellent company benefits. You will be required to work a 37 hour week and benefit from 1 in 4 Fridays off.

About the role: As the Planned Mechanical Craftsperson (Planned Mechanical Maintenance Engineer) you will take ownership of fault finding, repairing and maintaining South West Water assets across a range of Waste Water company sites, treatment works and sewage pumping stations. To help ensure maximum asset availability and support the South West Water Vision by assisting in minimising risk to compliance and preventing pollution. You will provide services to a high standard in a sustainable manner that meets the required internal and external customer service levels, whilst minimising risk to compliance and meeting quality requirements.

What you will be doing:

1. Carry out planned maintenance on mechanical equipment to the highest standard of workmanship including, but not limited to:
2. Monitor, fault find, maintain and repair a wide variety of equipment on Wastewater Treatment sites, including: pumps, gearboxes, and specialist treatment process machinery
3. Apply first level maintenance activities to all onsite assets
4. Large plant complex repairs
5. Using Breathing Apparatus and working in confined spaces and/or at height if required
6. Development of new skills both in and outside of your core discipline such as electrical disconnections.
7. Development of new skills such as installing and maintaining mechanical equipment in potentially explosive atmospheres.
8. Work with other disciplines in a workshop/mobile team.
9. An understanding of health and safety and be able to work in a considered manner that keeps you and those around you safe.
10. To maintain training and competencies in-line with job requirements including participation in the M+E competency framework.

The job includes responsibility for:

1. Providing recommended/detailed specification of parts for ordering of stock replacements and parts needed to undertake repairs.
2. Manufacturing and fabrication of parts and equipment.
3. Undertake any training required to carry out work activities in a safe or legal manner.
4. Carrying out work activities as scheduled
5. Assisting Operational staff with the resolution of complex problems.
6. Keeping our internal customers updated with activities which may impact on their processes.
7. Using, or if necessary, requesting method statements and safe systems of work for the activities you carry out.
8. Acting as the duty mechanical craftsperson on a standby/call-out rota basis.

What we are looking for:

1. A completed Apprenticeship in a relevant technical discipline
2. A full understanding of related RAMS to deliver an effective and safe maintenance regime
3. Experience of working with Waste Water treatment processes would be desirable
4. Ability to fault find and repair large complex pieces of mechanical equipment
5. A full UK driving license is required
6. CompEx 11
7. Welding or Fabrication experience

What's in it for you:

1. At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:
2. 23 - 27 days' holiday allowance plus 8 bank holidays
3. Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
4. Opportunity to earn 13 additional days holiday through rota days
5. A company van
6. Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
7. We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
8. Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave
9. Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
10. Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
11. We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
12. Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
13. Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
14. Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more through Perkbox
15. A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodafone Advantage and more
16. A discretionary Bonus
17. Competitive Contributory Pension
18. And plenty more!

Closing date: Friday 11th April 2025

If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Planned Mechanical Craftsperson - we look forward to receiving your application. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values which are essential to our success are:

1. Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
2. Be You - We want you to bring your best every day. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
3. Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.