Electrical Field Service Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading utility company in Carlisle is seeking a dual-skilled field service engineer with solid electrical expertise and a second skill in mechanical or instrumentation. This role involves maintaining and improving water assets while ensuring compliance and safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including a generous leave package and a pension scheme, coupled with training opportunities to develop your skills further. This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking variety and challenge in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

26 to 30 days annual leave

Competitive pension scheme

Performance-related bonus

Healthcare plan

Gym and wellness discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work safely in high-risk environments.
• Willingness to develop mechanical skills if not already multi-skilled.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical systems.
• Support compliance and safety standards.
• Work independently and diagnose faults efficiently.
• Participate in development to build mechanical capability.
• Contribute to capital and operational project work.

Skills

Electrical expertise

Mechanical skills

Instrumentation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Recognised qualifications in Electrical and Mechanical disciplines

Job description

Job number UU04407 Country United Kingdom Region Cumbria Location name Carlisle Wastewater Treatment Works, Willowholme Ind Estate, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5SH Posting End Date 11/01/2026 Band 6a Role Type Permanent Work hours 37 Hours per Week Salary £38,462

Salary - £38,462 - £44,320 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Carlisle Wastewater Treatment Works, Willowholme Ind Estate, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA2 5SH Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

Job Purpose

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 Kendal 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 licence 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.