Overview
We’re looking for a dual-skilled field service engineer—mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation. This is a hands-on role in our Kendal production team, where you’ll be working in a fast-paced, modern environment maintaining and improving critical water assets. You’ll need to be confident across multiple disciplines, ready to tackle a wide range of maintenance tasks, and contribute to continuous improvement across the site. If you’re already flexi-skilled and thrive on variety, challenge, and technical problem-solving, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
You’ll be responsible for delivering both proactive planned maintenance and reactive support across your area of expertise, helping us meet key compliance and environmental standards. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to both capital and operational projects—ensuring our assets are not just maintained, but continuously improved.
Salary: If you bring one core skill (Electrical/Mechanical/Instrumentation) you’ll start on £38,462, but if you have two disciplines you’ll earn £44,320. Training and development support will be provided to help you build your skillset.
Role Accountabilities
* Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and, where trained, mechanical equipment to ensure asset reliability and performance.
* Support the delivery of compliance and safety standards, including statutory and regulatory requirements.
* Work independently and as part of a team to diagnose and resolve faults efficiently, minimising downtime.
* Participate in the development programme to build mechanical capability if joining with an electrical-only background.
* Contribute to capital and operational project work, ensuring assets are installed, maintained, and commissioned to the highest standards.
* Maintain accurate and timely maintenance records and report any issues using the appropriate systems.
* Support the optimisation of asset performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
* Work safely and confidently in confined spaces, following all relevant health and safety procedures.
* Communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and stakeholders to support a collaborative working environment.
Essential Skills & Experience
* A full UK driving license is required for this role as travel to other sites may be required.
* Recognised qualifications in both disciplines (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
* Proven experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair within an industrial or utilities environment, alongside competency in a secondary discipline such as mechanical, instrumentation, or control systems.
* A strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental standards, with the ability to work safely in high-risk environments.
* Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
* Willingness and capability to develop mechanical skills if not already multi-skilled; training will be provided.
* Ability to interpret technical drawings and maintenance documentation.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage positively with colleagues, contractors, and other stakeholders.
* Basic IT skills to input maintenance data and complete work records accurately.
Note: This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship.
Benefits
* Salary £38,462-£44,320
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service (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, plus recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* Wellbeing and discounts benefits including gym and wellness programs
* Additional benefits such as Best Doctors, Salary Finance, Wealth at Work courses, and more
About Us
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 we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. You will be part of a welcoming and supportive organisation with opportunities for development and career growth. UU is part of a thriving FTSE 100 company offering core benefits that reflect your value and contribution.
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