Maintenance Engineer

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Providing clean, clear, and safe drinking water is at the heart of what we do at Bournemouth Water. Every day, we treat and supply 150 megalitres of water, rigorously tested at every stage to ensure it meets the highest standards.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

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About the role

We’re looking for an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join our Resources & Production team, providing hands on technical expertise across our water treatment and production sites.

You’ll work as part of a flexible regional team, helping to plan, coordinate and deliver mechanical, electrical and ICA maintenance. From planned maintenance programmes to responding to emerging operational issues, you’ll play an important role in keeping our assets reliable and our sites performing effectively.

This is a varied role where no two days will necessarily look the same. You’ll work across different locations depending on operational priorities, identifying the root causes of plant failures, resolving issues and supporting improvements to asset reliability and performance. Travel across the South West Water and Bournemouth Water areas, including periods away from home, may be required.

What you’ll be doing

• Planning, coordinating and delivering maintenance programmes across mechanical, electrical and ICA assets.

• Providing hands-on maintenance support wherever operational priorities require it.

• Diagnosing faults, identifying root causes of plant failure or poor performance and taking ownership of their resolution.

• Preparing and reviewing risk assessments, method statements, procedures and other work documentation.

• Supporting and mentoring new team members and apprentices.

• Helping improve asset reliability through Lean Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM).

• Supporting fast-tracked reviews of Water Treatment Works where performance or operational risk requires urgent intervention.

• Working safely and in line with company procedures, policies and statutory requirements.

• Participating in the standby rota to provide specialist out-of-hours maintenance support.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be an experienced maintenance professional with strong practical knowledge in at least one of mechanical, electrical or ICA equipment and systems, supported by a time-served apprenticeship and relevant formal qualifications such as City & Guilds, BTEC, ONC, HNC or HND.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong fault-finding, troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of a range of assets, equipment and treatment processes.

• Experience of planning and delivering maintenance activities.

• The ability to work independently, manage priorities and take ownership of your workload.

• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with operational teams, managers and supply-chain partners.

• A flexible approach to working across different locations and responding to changing operational requirements.

• A good understanding of relevant water quality, waste management and health and safety requirements.

• A full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• From 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), rising with length of service: Take time to rest, recharge and pursue what matters most to you.

• Holiday buy & sell scheme: Flex your entitlement by choosing more time off or receiving the value in cash.

• Competitive Pension Scheme: Company contribution matching and flexible options to help you plan for your financial future.

• Life Assurance: Financial support for your loved ones should the unexpected happen.

• Group Income Protection: Ongoing financial support if illness or injury keeps you from working.

• Competitive family leave: Comprehensive maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.

• Health cash plan: Discounted rates to support your health and your family’s wellbeing.

• Free Flu Vaccination: Complimentary flu vaccinations to help you stay healthy throughout the year.

• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 support covering mental health, financial wellbeing and more.

• Free headquarters on-site parking: Making your commute easier.

• Cycle to work scheme: Supporting healthy and sustainable travel.

• Car share scheme: Helping you save money while making your commute more sustainable.

• Give as You Earn Scheme: Donate to your chosen charities directly from your salary in a simple, tax-efficient way.

• Volunteering Day: Take a day to give back to your community or chosen charity.

• Retail discounts: Access thousands of deals and discounts to help your money go further.

Closing Date: 19th November 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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