At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.
If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
We’re looking for a hands-on Mechanical Maintenance Technician covering the Scunthorpe area to support the smooth operation of our critical wastewater treatment assets. In this role, you’ll be responsible for the daily upkeep, maintenance, and repair of heavy mechanical equipment, ensuring reliability and efficiency across site operations, while playing a vital part in pollution prevention and protecting the quality of water within our systems.
You’ll work on a variety of plant machinery, including pumps, motors, and gearboxes, as well as specialist systems such as screw conveyors used to lift and transport water. A key part of your role will be maintaining essential infrastructure like scraper bridges within treatment tanks, helping to keep processes running safely, efficiently, and in line with environmental standards.
This is a practical, engaging role - perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in maintaining equipment to a high standard, and is motivated by making a real impact on environmental performance and clean water outcomes.
You'll be based in our in Scunthorpe patch, where you will be provided with a vehicle and tools so you can fulfil your role. This makes having a driving licence essential
With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week You will also take part in a standby rota every 1 in 5 weeks (you will receive an additional allowance for this!)
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Having a level 3 Mechanical or equivalent qualification in essential
Our ideal candidate will be someone who thrives as part of a team, contributing positively and supporting those around you. You’ll be flexible and adaptable, capable of responding to changing priorities with ease.
As much of your time will be spent outdoors, you’ll genuinely enjoy working outside in different environments. You’ll also take ownership of your own development, showing a proactive approach to learning and continuously building your skills. Sound like you?
Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.
HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU
It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:
• 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)
• 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
LET’S GO
We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.
Water is wonderful. Without it we’d be lost. With it, everything’s possible. For every toothbrush, for every loo flushed. For the hot showers, the cool drinks, the cups of tea. But it’s not just at the heart of our homes. It’s at the heart of everything; our schools, our businesses, our hospitals. Saving lives, helping communities thrive.
We’re Severn Trent, a diverse and amazing group of people who want to keep it that way. We bring you clean water and we take it away safely too. But it’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it: not just talking, but going over and above. Stepping up and rolling our sleeves up.
It’s because we care. Not only about our water but our corner of the country. And we care for our amazing people who make all this possible. Don’t just take our word for it; we’re a Glassdoor Top 50 Company – one of the best employers in the UK right now.
At Severn Trent, we do more, because we care.
