Service Engineer (Water / Wastewater)

Mansell Recruitment Group; Stroud; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Field Service Engineer to perform planned and reactive maintenance on wastewater systems. The ideal candidate should possess fault-finding skills in mechanical and electrical systems and have a full UK driving licence. Competitive salary ranging from £25,000 to £38,000 per annum plus overtime and additional benefits.

Benefits

Door-to-door pay

Enhanced overtime rates

Qualifications

• Experience in sewage treatment or wastewater engineering.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Attention to detail and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on treatment plants.
• Diagnose faults in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Provide feedback on materials and report any follow-up work.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Qualification in mechanical or electrical engineering

17th, 18th, or 19th Edition electrical qualification

CSCS card

Job description

Overview

Our client is a well-established engineering services provider operating within the water and environmental sector. They deliver tailored maintenance and repair solutions to a diverse range of customers. With steady growth and a strong reputation for quality and reliability, they are now seeking a Field Service Engineer to join their team.

The Role

As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, and repairs on the treatment plant and pumping systems. You will ensure all equipment is serviced and maintained to a high standard, supporting long-term reliability and compliance. The role combines mechanical and electrical skills and requires someone confident working independently in the field.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, callouts, and fault diagnosis on wastewater systems, sewage treatment plants, and pumping equipment.
• Working with both electrical and mechanical components of installed systems.
• Liaising with the scheduling or operations team to report progress and resolve on-site issues.
• Providing feedback on materials, parts, and any follow-up work required.
• Maintaining vehicle stock and tools to ensure readiness for site visits.
• Communicating professionally with customers while on site.
• Using a mobile device or app to manage daily schedules and job reporting.
• Completing detailed service reports and documentation after each visit.

The Candidate

• Previous experience in the sewage treatment or wastewater engineering industry (or a similar field-based engineering role).
• Strong fault-finding skills in both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Good communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Qualification in either mechanical or electrical engineering (preferred).
• 17th, 18th, or 19th Edition electrical qualification (desirable, not essential).
• CSCS card (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

The Benefits & Package

£25,000- £38,000 per annum (plus overtime), depending on skills and experience.

Door-to-door pay.

Enhanced overtime rates