Overview
Job Title: Maintenance Technician – Vacuum Systems
Starting salary: £38,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)
£34,000 for candidates with NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent in Mechanical/Engineering Subject)
Clear progression opportunities to earn up to £44,000 with further training and experience.
All PPE, tools, and fuel card provided
Regional travel: Covering Huntingdon, Peterborough and surrounding areas
Are you passionate about joining a team dedicated to making a positive, direct impact on the environment and the communities we serve?
Reporting to the Vacuum Systems Strategy Manager, the Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the day-to-day planned preventative maintenance, general repairs, and the rectification of faults at our sewerage vacuum systems. They will also report on failing assets, diagnose more complicated faults and optimise asset performance across Huntingdon , Wisbech and regional travel.
As a valued employee, the benefits you’ll be entitled to:
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Personal private health care
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25 days annual leave – rising with length of service
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Business use of company van plus access to tools and all uniform and PPE
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Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double-matches your contributions up to 6%
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Bonus scheme
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Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.
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A flexible working culture
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Life Assurance at eight times your salary
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Personal Accident cover – up to 5x your salary
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Lots of great discounts
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Paid time off when you’re physically and mentally unwell
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An excellent Family Leave package – to help you support your family
What does it take to be a Mechanical Maintenance Technician ?
To be successful in this role, you will have obtained at least an NVQ level 2 (ideally level 3) Mechanical engineering qualification (or equivalent), completed a relevant apprenticeship and hold a full UK driving licence.
Inclusion at Anglian Water:
We welcome everyone! As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants, no matter their gender identity, ethnicity, nationality, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We hire and nurture based on merit and a shared passion for making positive impacts. Our commitment is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong & can use every drop of their potential
Closing date: 9th November 2025
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