Lead Engineer - Pumps & Treatment Plants

Salary: GBP
39780 - GBP
45630 per annum

CS 33330

£17.00 - £19.50 + Benefits (45 hours per week) + Overtime Rates

Based Midlands or Northeast

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.

• 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 programme 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.
• 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.
• Have the ability and commitment to time working away from home, with occasional weekend work by agreement.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.