Maintenance Technician

Severn Trent Services; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is seeking Mechanical Maintainers in the Leicestershire area. The role offers a starting salary of £40,117, with generous overtime and an annual bonus of up to £1,500. The position requires a full UK driving licence and experience from process plants. Benefits include 25 days of holiday, employee shares, and extensive training. Ideal candidates will be eager to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to community safety.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Dedicated training and development

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical engineering or technician roles.
• Background in Electrical is advantageous.
• Working knowledge of industrial mechanical installation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mechanical systems and prevent operational issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety and industrial standards.
• Participate in standby duties as required.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Experience with process plants

Job description

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Starting from £40,117 + Overtime + Annual Bonus (£1,500) + 25 days leave + 8 days Bank Holiday + Pay Increases + Excellent Benefits + Pension + Training + Progression + Home-Based + Van + Monday–Friday

Severn Trent is hiring Mechanical Maintainers across the region, with roles in the Leicestershire area (living within a 30 mile radius of Shepshed would be beneficial). It would be advantageous if you also had a background in Electrical!

This is a regional role, where you’ll be based from a site near your home and provided with a company vehicle, mobile, safety gear, and tools. Hours: Mon–Thu 7:30–3:30, Fri 7:30–3:00, plus generous overtime opportunities, standby will be required.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Full UK driving licence
• Experience gained from process plants in any industry

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Are you an Mechanical Engineer or Technician looking for specialist training, career progression, and premium overtime rates? No water industry experience? No problem.

Our treatment works operate as complex process plants, just like those in manufacturing, energy, or other industrial sectors. If you’ve worked with process control systems and have a working knowledge of industrial mechanical installation requirements and standards, your skills will transfer seamlessly.

You’ll also get specialist training, work with advanced mechanical systems, and help prevent issues before they happen—keeping communities and rivers safe.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a place to grow and build a career while making a real difference to the environment. You’ll also be part of a close-knit local team—a work family—where you can build friendships, enjoy a laugh, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re passionate about mechanical engineering and want to join a nationally renowned business with ambitious goals, Severn Trent is where your skills—and your career—will thrive.

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:

• Starting salary of £40,117
• 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 offersSorry, that was a pinch. I will keep going. ಯ
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

This role has a clear development path from Foundation to Skilled and Expert. Salary starts at £40,117, rising to £43,386 with qualifications and experience.

WHAT’S NEXT?

If you’re a qualified mechanical technician and want a job with a clear environmental purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Before you apply, have an updated CV ready and five minutes to spare.