Pump engineer

Ipsum Utilities Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave entitlement

Buy additional holidays

Career progression & qualifications

Virtual GP & mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Ipsum Utilities Limited is actively seeking an experienced Waste Pump Engineer to service and maintain wastewater pumping equipment across client sites in the Greater London area. You will diagnose faults, install new installations and work with customers to ensure reliable, compliant operation.

The role requires strong technical knowledge of pump systems, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with wastewater pumping knowledge.
• Able to work independently while delivering great customer service.
• Willing to read technical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Install wastewater pumping stations and equipment
• Carry out servicing and preventative maintenance
• Diagnose faults and repairs to pump systems
• Commission new installations
• Work on pump stations and treatment assets
• Attend breakdowns and call-outs
• Complete service reports and documentation
• Ensure work is safe and compliant with regulations
• Liaise with customers and provide technical advice
• Support safe and efficient operation of assets

Skills

Strong communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivated

Team-working

Customer-focused

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Electrical qualifications (18th Edition, City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)

Job description

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job, you're starting a career with real support behind it.

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

As a Waste Pump Engineer you will...

• Install wastewater pumping stations and associated equipment
• Carry out servicing and preventative maintenance on wastewater pumping systems
• Diagnose faults and undertake repairs to electrical and mechanical pump systems
• Commission new wastewater pumping installations
• Work on pump stations, sewage treatment plants and associated equipment
• Attend breakdowns and emergency call-outs when required
• Complete service reports and documentation accurately
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with current industry regulations
• Liaise with customers and provide technical advice and support
• Support the safe and efficient operation of wastewater pumping and treatment assets

About you

We're looking for an experienced engineer with strong wastewater pumping system knowledge and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

You’ll ideally have

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Electrical qualifications such as 18th Edition, City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent
• Proven experience as a Wastewater Pump Engineer or similar role
• Strong knowledge of pump stations and wastewater treatment systems
• Experience with pump installation, servicing, repairs and fault diagnosis
• Good understanding of electrical control panels, floats, alarms and pump controls
• Ability to read technical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Positive, professional and flexible approach
• Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative
• Strong team-working skills

At Ipsum, our values are at the heart of everything we do.

Safety is our number one priority. We are uncompromising in our commitment to health, safety and environmental performance, ensuring everyone takes responsibility for creating and maintaining a safe working environment.

We are committed to delivering outstanding customer service every job, every day. We take ownership, communicate openly, do the right thing and always strive to exceed customer expectations.

As specialists in our field, we continuously seek opportunities to add value through innovation, expertise and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, support career development and encourage fresh thinking to help deliver the best outcomes for our customers and communities.

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