Electrical Field Service Engineer

United Utilities; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent utility company in the United Kingdom is seeking a dual-skilled field service engineer to maintain and improve water assets. Responsibilities include planned and reactive maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring adherence to compliance and safety standards. Candidates need recognized qualifications in electrical and mechanical disciplines, along with problem-solving skills. This role offers a salary ranging from £38,462 to £44,320, alongside other generous benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution

Performance-related bonus up to 7.5%

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Enhanced parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license required.
• Experience in electrical maintenance within an industrial or utilities environment.
• Ability to work safely in high-risk environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Support compliance and safety standards in operations.
• Diagnose and resolve faults efficiently to minimise downtime.
• Contribute to capital and operational project work.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Problem-solving

Mechanical skills

Safety standards awareness

Communication

Education

Recognised qualifications in electrical and mechanical disciplines (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds)

Job description

Job number: UU04406
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Cumbria
Location: Barrow-in-Furness District, Barrow, Cumbria, England, United Kingdom
Posting End Date: 31/03/2026
Band: 6a
Role Type: Permanent
Work hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £38,462 – £44,320

Be the power behind progress–where your skills keep vital services running

We’re looking for a dual-skilled field service engineer—someone who brings solid Electrical expertise and a second core skill such as mechanical or instrumentation.

This is a hands‑on role in our Barrow-in-Furness production team, where you’ll be working in a fast‑paced, modern environment maintaining and improving critical water assets. You’ll need to be confident across both disciplines, ready to tackle a wide range of maintenance tasks and contribute to continuous improvement across the site.

If you're already flexi-skilled and thrive on variety, challenge, and technical problem-solving—this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

You’ll be responsible for delivering both proactive planned maintenance and responsive support across your area of expertise, helping us meet key compliance and environmental standards. You’ll also have the chance to contribute to both capital and operational projects—ensuring our assets are not just maintained, but continuously improved.

Here’s how we reward your skillset:

If you’re bringing one core skill to us (Electrical) you’ll start on a salary of £38,462, but if you’ve got two disciplines, you’ll earn £44,320.

One core skill—don’t go anywhere… we will support with the training. Our dedicated team of training professionals will provide you a tailored development plan to help you build your skillset and get you seen.

Key Accountabilities

• Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and, where trained, mechanical equipment to ensure asset reliability and performance.
• Support the delivery of compliance and safety standards, including statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Work independently and as part of a team to diagnose and resolve faults efficiently, minimising downtime.
• Participate in the development programme to build mechanical capability if joining with an electrical-only background.
• Contribute to capital and operational project work, ensuring assets are installed, maintained, and commissioned to the highest standards.
• Maintain accurate and timely maintenance records and report any issues using the appropriate systems.
• Support the optimisation of asset performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Work safely and confidently in confined spaces, following all relevant health and safety procedures.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and stakeholders to support a collaborative working environment.

Skills & Experience

• A full UK driving license is required for this role as travel to other sites maybe required.
• Recognised qualifications in both disciplines (e.g., NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair within an industrial or utilities environment, alongside competency in a secondary discipline such as mechanical, instrumentation, or control systems.
• A strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental standards, with the ability to work safely in high-risk environments.
• Good problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness and capability to develop mechanical skills if not already multi‑skilled‑training will be provided.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and maintenance documentation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage positively with colleagues, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Basic IT skills to input maintenance data and complete work records accurately.

This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance‑related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company‑funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

About Us

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long‑term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.