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Mechanical Pump Drainage Engineer

Penguin Recruitment
City of London
3 weeks ago
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Mechanical Pump and Drainage Engineer

London

Penguin Recruitment are proud to be representing a specialist multi-disciplinary consultancy renowned for its expertise in the water and drainage sector. They are looking to hire a dependable Mechanical Pump and Drainage Engineer to join their experienced team.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Expenses covered
  • Career development opportunities
  • Company pension
  • Company vehicle

The position of Mechanical Pump and Drainage Engineer offers potential for career progression and a wide variety of engaging projects to work on. You will gain valuable experience working with market leaders and benefit from a team culture that supports professional development while driving the organisation toward its long-term goals.

Requirements for the role of Mechanical Pump and Drainage Engineer
  • Relevant mechanical engineering qualification (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
  • Experience in pump and drainage systems, including both reactive and planned maintenance.
  • Demonstrable mechanical aptitude and technical ability.
  • Ability to diagnose faults, problem-solve, and deliver effective solutions.
  • Capable of working independently, taking responsibility, and overcoming challenges on-site.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to complete accurate service reports and logbooks.
  • Physically capable of manual work, including lifting and working in confined spaces.
  • Full UK driving licence.
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Carry out reactive repairs and emergency callouts to pumps, pumping stations, and drainage systems.
  • Deliver planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on pumps, drainage, and associated mechanical equipment.
  • Inspect, test, and service a range of pumping and drainage systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
  • Fault-finding, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical and electrical issues on-site.
  • Routine maintenance of valves, pipework, and drainage systems.
  • Cleaning, unblocking, and inspecting drainage networks.
  • Maintain detailed reports, logbooks, and compliance documentation.
  • Work in line with health & safety legislation and company procedures at all times.

If you are interested in this or other roles within Pumps, Drainage, or Mechanical Maintenance, please do not hesitate to contact Caitlin Richards.

This is a permanent role.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position


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