We are looking for motivated and skilled mechanical engineers to join our dedicated team and assist with the operation, maintenance and repair of our strategically important Water Resources assets in East Anglia.
In East Anglia we want to create a diverse workplace where people are respected, valued and listened to. We’re all different, and by embracing Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) we can become an equal opportunity employer where jointly we all grow and learn together.
It is our ambition to champion diversity through building a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.
We are very proud of what we do. It matters. Our impressive assets ensure water is available when it is needed.
You'll:
- be responsible for ensuring our infrastructure is able to operate when required by delivering our planned preventative maintenance programme, as well as carrying out inspections and repairs.
- report on your maintenance delivery and any operational or safety issues that arise on site.
- be trained to operate the assets and respond to asset failures.
There'll also be some involvement in the delivery of asset upgrade/refurbishment projects, coordination with contractors and site management.
We're continuously improving our asset management practices. Embracing new technology and adopting new ways of working to target our maintenance activities to where they can provide the greatest benefit (and reduce our use of carbon). You'll be part of this evolution, and we value your opinion.
Everyone starting in a new role will be welcomed into the team and given all the IT, tools, PPE, support and training needed to enable you to complete your job both safely and to the high standards which we set ourselves.
Base location is Kennett Pumping Station, Newmarket, CB8 7QL.
The candidate pack and generic role profile should be read along with the advert.
The team
The Water Land and Biodiversity Strategically Important Asset team sits within Local Operations and leads the operation and maintenance of the Ely Ouse to Essex Transfer Scheme and other pumped groundwater schemes in the area.
EOETS is a large scheme, transferring water from Denver to Essex reservoirs, using a combination of pumping stations, pipelines and in-river transfer, for the purpose of public water supply and environmental support.
Experience/skills required
Essential:
- Qualified to a minimum of NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in a mechanical engineering discipline. This provides the practical skills needed for this role. If you do not hold this qualification but believe you would be suitable for the role, please contact the recruiting manager to discuss development opportunities
- A full UK driving licence (you will travel to sites around East Anglia almost daily. A badged vehicle will be available for your business travel)
- Living within 1 hour of Kennett Pumping Station (Newmarket) or Wixoe Pumping Station (Haverhill)
- Good IT skills
- Able to work both within a team and without supervision
- A desire to learn and participate in improving ways of working
It would be desirable if you had:
- A proven track record of mechanical maintenance/repair/inspection experience preferably in the industrial sector and or working on pumped systems.