Maintenance Technician – Mechanical

Severn Trent

. Provide daily upkeep, maintenance, and repair of heavy mechanical equipment .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBirmingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £41,762 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical maintenance of heavy equipment, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, and screw conveyors, while ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with environmental standards. Possesses a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous skills development in diverse outdoor environments.

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Level 3 Mechanical QualificationMechanical Maintenance ExperienceDriving LicenceProblem-Solving AbilityFlexible and Adaptable Approach

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Hard Skills

Mechanical MaintenancePump MaintenanceMotor MaintenanceGearbox MaintenanceScrew Conveyor MaintenanceScraper Bridge MaintenanceOperational EfficiencyEnvironmental Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingTeam-Oriented AttitudePositive AttitudeAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Heavy Mechanical EquipmentMaintenance ToolsVehicle for Site Operations

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 3 Mechanical QualificationDriving Licence

Industry Keywords

Wastewater TreatmentPollution PreventionWater Quality ProtectionStandby Rota Participation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide daily upkeep, maintenance, and repair of heavy mechanical equipment
Support the smooth operation of critical wastewater treatment assets
Maintain pumps, motors, gearboxes, and screw conveyors
Maintain scraper bridges within treatment tanks
Ensure equipment reliability and operational efficiency across site operations
Help prevent pollution and protect water quality
Keep processes running safely, efficiently, and in line with environmental standards
Work across the Coleshill patch using a provided vehicle and tools
Participate in a standby rota

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 3 Mechanical or equivalent qualification
Essential driving licence
Ability to work 37 hours a week
Willingness to participate in a standby rota
Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience with pumps, motors, gearboxes, screw conveyors, and scraper bridges
Problem-solving ability
Ability to work outdoors in different environments
Flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities
Proactive approach to learning and continuous skills development
Positive, caring, and team-oriented attitude

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
Dedicated training and development with our Academy
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Two paid volunteering days per year
Vehicle and tools provided