Salary - £48,979 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Kendal Wastewater Treatment Works, Wattsfield Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5JN Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week 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, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 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, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors 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 Purpose We’re looking for a skilled and driven Maintenance Team Leader to lead maintenance and operational support across multiple sites (Bury, Oldham, Leigh, and Stockport). You’ll manage a team of multi-disciplined engineers and contractors, ensuring equipment and systems are maintained safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. This is a frontline leadership role where you’ll play a key part in delivering reliable wastewater and bioresource services to the region – protecting public health, the environment, and supporting renewable energy production. Accountabilities & Responsibilities Coordinate day-to-day maintenance activities across several sites, ensuring work is delivered safely and efficiently. Champion planned and predictive maintenance to minimise unplanned downtime and improve plant performance. Identify root causes of failures and drive long-term solutions that support reliability. Collaborate with other field teams and planning teams to align resources with operational priorities. Support and influence capital projects, ensuring assets are designed with maintainability and future efficiency in mind. Technical Skills & Experience Strong working knowledge of planned, preventative, and predictive maintenance systems A practical, problem-solving mindset with the ability to analyse data and lead on improvements Proven record of improving team performance, productivity, and asset reliability Technical confidence in fault-finding and overseeing complex repairs Ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver maintenance within time, cost, and quality targets. This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship Qualifications Essential Qualifications Time served in a relevant engineering discipline, HNC, ONC or equivalent in a relevant technical area and have extensive experience A full UK Driving licence is essential for this role We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.