Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Salary - GBP38,462 - GBP44,320

Work Type - Onsite

Job Location - Prestbury Wastewater Treatment Works, Butley Lane, Prestbury, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4DS

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

Whether you're skilled in a single discipline or bring a dual skillset to the table, this is your opportunity to make an impact-and grow while you're doing it.

We're looking for a motivated and hands-on professional to join our Prestbury Wastewater Treatment Works, where you'll be part of a modern, fast-paced maintenance environment focused on keeping critical water assets running smoothly.

This role starts as a single-skill position, but there's real scope to expand into a multi-skilled role through our on-the-job development and support. If you already have that secondary skill-even better. Show us what you've got!

You'll be delivering proactive planned and reactive support across your area of expertise while helping us stay compliant with all statutory, regulatory, and environmental standards. There's also the chance to get involved in shaping capital and operational projects, ensuring our assets are not just functional-but future ready.

Due to the nature of the role, you'll need to be comfortable working alone at times, as well as part of a wider, collaborative team. You'll also be required to work in confined spaces and take part in our standby rota.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Implement an efficient instrumentation maintenance and installation service.
• Analyse faults, rectify and ensure correct instrumentation and systems-based equipment.
• Perform planning and proactive maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety regulations and internal company policies.
• Maintain required financial control of a pre-defined budgets.
• Provide reliable, accurate and complete asset performance and repair information for entry into corporate systems.
• Analyse and recommend solutions to recurring maintenance problems.

Do you want to be our next Field Service Engineer, show us you have the following essential skills:

• A full UK driving license
• Time-served apprenticeship or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• Industry experience in a relevant maintenance, instrumentation or engineering environment
• Strong diagnostic, organisational and planning skills
• Experience with PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, including fault diagnostics, basic system modifications and disaster recovery.
• Ability and willingness to diversify into specialist areas of maintenance as needed.

This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship

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.