Mechanical Field Service Engineer - United Utilities
Apply for the Mechanical Field Service Engineer role at United Utilities.
Role Overview
Are you ready to put your mechanical expertise to work where it truly makes a difference? We’re looking for Field Service Engineers who can help us drive efficiency and reduce costs across our operations. In this role, you’ll take on hands‑on tasks such as like‑for‑like replacements of pumps, mixers, valves, flow meters, pipework, and electrical actuators, as well as tank repairs and asset decommissioning.
This is a hands‑on, multi‑skilled role that demands flexibility, the ability to work independently, and readiness to operate in confined spaces. You’ll also contribute to both capital and operational projects, ensuring mechanical assets are designed, installed, and maintained to meet performance and reliability standards. Participation in an out‑of‑hours standby rota is part of the role.
Salary & Rewards
If you’re bringing one core skill to us (Electrical/Mechanical/Instrumentation) you’ll start on a salary of £38,462; if you’ve got both disciplines, you’ll earn £44,320.
One core skill—don’t go anywhere—we will support you with training. Our dedicated team of training professionals will provide a tailored development plan to help you build your skillset and get you seen.
Accountabilities
* Implement an efficient mechanical maintenance and installation service.
* Analyse faults, rectify and ensure correct operation of mechanical systems‑based equipment.
* Perform preventative and predictive maintenance activities.
* Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and internal company policies.
* Maintain required financial control of a pre‑defined budget.
* Provide reliable, accurate and complete asset performance and repair information for entry into corporate systems.
* Analyse and recommend solutions to recurring maintenance problems.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Time‑served apprentice or equivalent, supported by academic qualifications to a minimum of NVQ level 3.
* A full UK driving licence is required.
* Industry experience.
* The ability to work in a team but also alone, and sometimes in confined spaces.
* Able and willing to diversify into specialised areas of maintenance, such as chlorine gas systems.
* Diagnostic, organisational, planning, communication and computer skills.
About United Utilities
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics and values to fulfil our mission and create sustainable long‑term value for colleagues, customers and communities.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), plus 8 bank holidays.
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover.
* Up to 7.5% performance‑related bonus scheme, and recognition awards for outstanding achievements.
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company‑funded scheme.
* MyGym discounts – up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions.
* BestDoctors.
* Salary Finance.
* Wealth at Work courses.
* Deals and discounts.
* EVolve Car Scheme.
* Employee Assistance Plan.
* Mental health first aiders.
* ShareBuy.
* MORE Choices flexible benefits.
* Enhanced parental leave schemes.
Job Details
* Job Location - Penrith Wastewater Treatment Works, Whinfell Holme, Brougham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2AB
* Role Type - Permanent
* Employment Type - Full Time
* Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week
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