Mechanical Field Service Engineer

As a Mechanical Field Service Engineer, you’ll deliver expert maintenance and technical support to ensure mechanical systems and powered assets operate safely, efficiently, and reliably. Your work plays a vital role in supporting high‑quality water and wastewater services, with a strong emphasis on renewable energy generation through anaerobic digestion.

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.

You’ll join us as a Mechanical Engineer (single skill) from day one.

But don’t worry‑if your goal is to develop into a flexi‑skilled engineer, we’ll fully support you.

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• This role involves working in confined spaces
  
• You’ll take part in an out‑of‑hours standby rota, so flexibility is essential
  

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• You will join us as a single‑skilled Mechanical Engineer on a salary of £38,462
  
• As you develop into a flexi‑skilled engineer, your salary will increase to £44,320 in line with your newly gained competencies
  
• Our tailored training and upskilling pathways are designed to help you get there.
  

You’ll operate across a defined geographical area, supporting mechanically powered sites‑including anaerobic digestion and dewatering plants‑with a strong emphasis on safety, compliance, mechanical performance, and energy efficiency. Working within United Utilities' Health & Safety framework, your responsibilities will include:

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• Performing planned and reactive mechanical maintenance across multiple sites, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and within required timeframes.
  
• Acting as the Person Controlling the Works (PCW) for mechanical activities carried out by framework contractors, ensuring full compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and budgetary controls.
  
• Collaborating with the Process Controller to ensure mechanical systems support optimal telemetry alarm settings and visibility of asset performance.
  
• Maintaining accurate and up‑to‑date mechanical asset data and maintenance records within corporate systems to support operational decision‑making.
  
• Supporting environmental compliance by ensuring mechanically powered assets meet Environment Agency regulatory standards.
  
• Minimising downtime and supporting biogas energy targets by identifying root causes of mechanical inefficiencies and implementing long‑term, sustainable solutions.
  
• Contributing to contingency planning by ensuring critical mechanical spares are available at high‑risk sites, particularly those involved in resource recovery.
  
• Coordinating and supporting contractors during mechanical project delivery or site interventions, ensuring work is well planned, risk‑assessed, and aligned with operational needs.
  

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

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• You must be a time served apprentice or equivalent, supported with academic qualifications to a minimum of NVQ level 3.
  
• A full UK driving licence is required for the role
  
• Industry experience.
  
• The ability to work in a team but also alone, and sometimes in confined spaces.
  
• Able and willing to diversify into specialised areas of maintenance, as required, such as chlorine gas systems.
  
• Diagnostic, organisational, planning, communication and computer skills.
  

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• Salary - £38,462
  
• Work Type - Onsite
  
• Job Location - Wigan Wastewater Treatment Works, Deans Lane, Hoscar, Nr Ormskirk, L40 4BL
  
• Role Type - Permanent
  
• Employment Type - Full Time
  
• Working Hours - 37 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.