CS 30213
Pump Engineer
�15.00 - �18.00 + Benefits (45 hours per week) + Overtime Rates
Field Based, UK Travel
Alecto Recruitment is looking to hear from experienced Electrical & Mechanical Engineers experienced with pumps and pumping stations to work in a national position covering the UK.
Working as part of a 2-person team you will be the lead engineer responsible for the successful completion of scheduled tasks.
Duties
- Undertake electrical installation of water & sewage pumping station equipment on various sites throughout the UK.
- Perform maintenance and servicing of pumping stations across various industries, including leisure parks, government projects, local councils, and more.
- Conduct mechanical and electrical fault-finding and resolve issues on site on call outs.
- A focus on Health & Safety, ensuring all work always complies with the Company's Health and Safety Procedures and is in line with Risk Assessments and Method Statements.
- Communicate with clients on-site to ensure the smooth running of jobs and adherence to the program of works.
- Take day-to-day responsibility for installing different schemes and supervising other engineers.
- Accurately complete timesheets and report sheets with relevant information following job completion.
- Managed van stock levels.
- Attend courses and toolbox talks as required.
- Work with sewage and clean water systems.
- Work in confined spaces and at height.
- Attend occasional emergency breakdowns of Station out of hours.
- To have the ability and commitment to time working away from home, with occasional weekend work by agreement.
Desired Profile
- 2+ years of experience in the installation, service, or repair of pumps or associated machinery.
- Capability to perform physically heavy work.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and write clear, concise reports of completed work or incidents.
- Mechanical knowledge and practical experience, with the ability to read technical drawings.
- Confidence in using hand and power tools.
- Ability to delegate and supervise work tasks.
- Working knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, particularly within construction/manufacturing.
- Flexibility to work varied hours and travel as required.
- Possession of a CSCS or industry equivalent card (or willingness to obtain one).
- Strong communication skills with both customers and colleagues.
- Full UK Driving licence (any endorsements must be disclosed).
- Ability to pass enhanced DBS/security checks for working on school and government contracts.
- Basic electrical knowledge (or willingness to develop).
- Ability to carry out routine preventative maintenance (Electrical and Mechanical) on wastewater systems at customer sites.
Skills/Experience Required:
- Experience with pumping station equipment (pumps, valves, pipework, or similar).
- Background in utility maintenance, water treatment, drainage, etc., would be beneficial.
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
- 17th or 18th edition qualification would be an advantage.
- A valid UK driving licence is essential.
- CSCS, First Aid, or Confined Space training is desirable, but training can be provided.
Benefits:
- Company pension
- 20 days holiday plus extra days for time served + Bank Holidays
- Birthday as a holiday every year.
- Lunch or lunch allowance provided every day.
- Overnight allowance and food allowance when working away from home.
- Overtime.
To apply for this role call (phone number removed) ext 202 for more information or send your CV to (url removed).