Trainee Service Engineer - Water Treatment Equipment

Compliance Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water treatment company is looking for a Trainee Field Service Engineer to join their team in Guildford, United Kingdom. In this role, you will assist with the installation and maintenance of various water treatment systems, ensuring first-class service to clients. Ideal candidates will have a hands-on engineering background, strong problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension and healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in the water treatment sector is ideal, but related mechanical/electrical backgrounds are accepted.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel is essential.
• Health & safety awareness is required for safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the install, commissioning and maintenance of water treatment systems.
• Help diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and chemical dosing issues.
• Adhere to company and client health & safety procedures during work.

Skills

Hands-on experience in service, maintenance, or engineering

Strong problem-solving mindset

Good communication and customer-service skills

Job description

Overview

PH Water & Air Technologies is seeking a Trainee Field Service Engineer – Water Treatment Equipment to join our growing team. We specialise in water treatment, supporting clients with equipment such as carbon filters, water softeners, reverse osmosis units and more. In this role you will install, maintain and service these systems to deliver a first‑class service to our clients.

If you have experience working in the water‑treatment sector and a basic understanding of the equipment we install, service and maintain, we would love to hear from you. We will support you fully as your skills and knowledge grow. If you have an engineering bias and would like to forge a career within this niche sector, please get in touch.

Compensation

• Competitive salary of £25,397 – £28,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 25 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays.
• Benefit package includes pension, healthcare and other rewards.

Referral Bonus Scheme

PH Water employees can earn generous referral bonuses of up to £1,500 when they recommend an eligible candidate who joins us and completes 12 months of service. The scheme covers a wide range of positions across the business.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the install, commissioning and maintenance of water treatment systems, including filtration, softening, dealkalisation, reverse osmosis/membrane systems, chemical dosing pumps/skids and associated control equipment.
• Assist in planned maintenance, inspections, calibrations and emergency callouts, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical and chemical dosing issues to ensure reliable system performance.
• Assist in the production of clear service reports with recommendations for improvements or upgrades.
• Adhere to company and client health & safety procedures, maintaining safe working practices.

Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience in service, maintenance or engineering (ideally in water treatment, but related mechanical/electrical backgrounds are considered).
• Strong problem‑solving mindset capable of working independently.
• Good communication and customer‑service skills, with an awareness of health & safety practices.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

About PH Water & Air Technologies

We pride ourselves on quality workmanship, strong client relationships and supporting our team’s growth through ongoing training and development. Join us and be part of a company that values your skills and work‑life balance.