Workshop Technician-1

ANGLIAN WATER; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A water recycling company in Colchester seeks a Maintenance Workshop Technician. This role involves machining, fabricating, and welding new and existing assets. Ideal candidates should have engineering qualifications, experience in industrial environments, and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including healthcare and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Full private healthcare

25 days leave plus Bank Holidays

Flexible working culture

Competitive pension scheme

Life Assurance

Bonus Scheme

Paid time off for mental health

Excellent Family Leave package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an industrial/workshop environment.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, and plant equipment maintenance.
• Competent in using lathes, milling machines, and radial drills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, repair, refurbishment, and fabrication work on assets.
• Machine new parts to required tolerances.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend solutions.

Skills

High standard of machining

Fabrication skills

Welding skills

Excellent IT skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Education

Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ level

ONC/BTEC or City & Guilds Parts 1 and 2

Tools

Lathes

Milling machines

Radial drills

Job description

Overview

Circa £40,000 - £46,000 per annum (Dependent on Skills & Experience)
Permanent
Full time, 37 hours per week
Colchester, Essex

Shape the Future of Asset Reliability

Are you a hands-on engineer with a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement? Do you thrive in a workshop environment where technical skills, teamwork, and customer focus are key?

We’re looking for a proactive Maintenance Workshop Technician to join our Water Recycling Maintenance Services team and play a vital role in optimising and maintaining our critical assets.

As a Maintenance Workshop Technician, you’ll be responsible for designing, machining, fabricating, and welding both new and existing assets to reduce operational costs and improve equipment reliability. You’ll work closely with the Workshop Team and internal customers to deliver high-quality solutions, drive efficiencies, and support best practice across our operations.

This is a varied and rewarding role that blends technical engineering, problem-solving, and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, repair, refurbishment, and fabrication work on assets (e.g., gearboxes, pumps, screens)
• Machine new parts to required tolerances using lathes, milling machines, and drills
• Design and fabricate bespoke parts as needed
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend solutions for recurring equipment issues
• Support performance monitoring and suggest process improvements
• Deputise for the Maintenance Workshop Supervisor when required
• Assist with workshop inspections and routine maintenance checks
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety procedures and policies
• Mentor new employees and apprentices, and share technical knowledge

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed engineering apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ level
• ONC/BTEC or City & Guilds Parts 1 and 2 (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in an industrial/workshop environment
• Strong knowledge of pumps, gearboxes, and plant equipment maintenance
• Competent in using lathes, milling machines, and radial drills
• SAP and IRIS knowledge (desirable)

Skills & Knowledge

• High standard of machining, fabrication, and welding skills
• Excellent IT, organisational, and administrative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication

Key Behaviours

• Honest, driven, and customer-focused
• Proactive with a can do attitude
• Committed to continuous improvement and efficiency

Employee Benefits

• Full private healthcare with no excess
• 25 days leave, rising with service + Bank Holidays, with flexibility for religious holidays
• A flexible working culture
• Competitive pension scheme – we double-match your contributions up to 6% (18% Combined)
• Life Assurance at eight times your salary
• Personal Accident cover – up to 5x your salary
• Bonus Scheme
• Discounts and flexible benefits to support your wellbeing
• Paid time off for physical and mental health
• Excellent Family Leave package

Why Anglian Water?

Anglian Water is a company that cares – about our people, our environment, and our customers. We’re proud to offer a collaborative, innovative, and inspiring workplace where you can make a real impact. We’re constantly exploring new ways to meet our customers’ needs and support sustainable growth across our region.

Closing Date: 2nd November 2025

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