Mechanical & Electrical Service Engineer
Job Title: Sewage Pump & Treatment Plant Service Engineer (Electrical & Mechanical)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.
Salary: £35,000 + Overtime + Company Vehicle + Benefits.
Location: Lichfield WS13 – Field Based
Job Description:
The company are seeking a skilled and motivated Sewage Pump & Treatment Plant Service Engineer to join their growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and repair of sewage pumping stations, wastewater treatment plants, control panels, and associated electrical and mechanical equipment.
This is a field-based role requiring a practical engineer with strong electrical and mechanical experience, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
Key Duties:
* Service, maintain, and repair sewage pumping stations and wastewater treatment systems.
* Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults on pumps, motors, control panels, and associated equipment.
* Install new pumping systems, treatment plants, and control equipment.
* Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and emergency breakdown callouts.
* Test and inspect electrical systems, including control panels, floats, sensors, and alarms.
* Perform pump removals, replacements, and overhauls.
* Complete site reports, service records, and risk assessments accurately.
* Ensure all work complies with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
* Liaise professionally with customers, site managers, and office staff and managing the servicing diary / schedule.
Candidate Requirements:
Essential:
* Proven experience working with sewage pumps, wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, or related water industry equipment.
* Strong electrical fault-finding and mechanical maintenance skills.
* Knowledge of single-phase and three-phase electrical systems.
* Experience with motors, pumps, control panels, float switches, level controls, and telemetry systems.
* Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Good communication and customer service skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
* NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical, or Multi-Skilled Engineering.
* Electrical testing and inspection qualifications.
* Confined Space Entry certification.
Company Benefits:
* Competitive salary with regular overtime opportunities.
* Company vehicle, fuel card, and tools provided.
* Company pension scheme.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* Paid holidays.
* Uniform and PPE supplied.
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need