Electrical Field Service Engineer

Job Description

The Role

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.

Here’s how we reward your skillset:

If you’re bringing one core skill to us (Electrical/Mechanical/Instrumentation) you’ll start on a salary of £38,462, but if you’ve got both disciplines, you’ll earn £44,320.

One core skill-don’t go anywhere…..we will support with the training. Our dedicated team of training professionals will provide you a tailored development plan to help you build your skillset and get you seen.

Role Accountabilites

• Electrical Maintenance & Repair: Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical equipment including pumps, motors,
  panels, sensors, and control systems across water and wastewater treatment sites.
  
• Fault Diagnosis: Respond quickly and effectively to electrical faults or breakdowns, using technical expertise to minimise
  downtime and maintain site performance.
  
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all work complies with health, safety, and environmental regulations, electrical standards, and
  company policies – prioritising safe systems of work at all times.
  
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of work completed, including asset condition, repair history, and any
  further recommendations.
  
• Asset Optimisation: Support the improvement of plant performance by identifying opportunities to enhance reliability, reduce
  energy consumption, and prevent recurring issues.
  
• Collaboration: Work closely with site-based operators, mechanical engineers, and contractors to ensure seamless service delivery
  and strong communication.
  
• Mobile Coverage: Travel across designated sites within your region, managing your time efficiently and responding to priority
  tasks when required.

Essential Skills & Experience

To be considered for a role as a Electrical Field Service Engineer:

• Electrical qualifications – you must be a time served apprentice or equivalent, supported with academic qualification(s).
• Full UK driving license is essential due to the mobile nature of the role.
• Field service experience – Proven experience in an electrical maintenance or engineering role, ideally in a field-based or utilities
  environment.
• Fault-finding expertise – Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills across electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation.

About Us

Salary - £38,462-£44,320
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location – Davyhulme Wastewater Treatment Works, Trafford Way, Urmston, Manchester M17 8DD
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

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.