Pump Fitter

Salary - £46,359 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Warrington Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

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 are seeking a skilled professional to support our operational teams by carrying out high‑quality repairs on essential assets, including pumps, motors, and gearboxes. You will play a key role in delivering an outstanding asset refurbishment service that supports our regulatory, health and safety, financial, and operational performance targets.

Using precision engineering techniques, you will complete all work to the highest standard, helping to extend asset life and increase the time between failures. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of our equipment across the business.

This role will be based in Warrington, with the successful candidate working from our new workshop facility at Hawley Point.

Dismantle pumps, motors, gearboxes, and other rotating equipment for inspection and repair

Carry out full electrical testing of windings to assess condition and identify faults

Diagnose issues and repair or replace worn or damaged components

Investigate and analyse failures to determine root causes

Accurately capture and update asset information and records in the maintenance system

Replace bearings, shafts, seals, and other parts to correct engineering tolerances

Rewind and rebuild equipment, followed by high‑quality assembly and testing

Support workshop standards by completing reports, managing spares, and providing on‑the‑job training

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship

Qualified City and Guilds or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 (or equivalent) in a primary Mechanical discipline

Time served within a repair workshop within mechanical and electrical disciplines

Thorough knowledge of wastewater pumps as well as able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the operation of powered assets

Ex-repair certification from AEMT or equivalent body

Information technology skills including Microsoft Word, Excel. Experience with SAP an advantage

Interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with colleagues and customers

Occasionally working alone capable of using your own initiative and have a flexible approach to highly varied workloads with analytical and problem solving skills