Quick overview
Job description
We're recruiting a Pump Service Engineer to join a specialist wastewater engineering business. You'll service, maintain, repair and commission pumping stations at customer sites, combining practical engineering with independent fault-finding and customer support.
Offering £38,000-£50,000 basic (DOE) plus a company van and overtime, this field-based role offers flexibility on home location across the North, Midlands and London area, subject to service coverage.
Our client specialises in the design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of wastewater pumping systems.
Supporting construction, commercial and industrial customers, the business delivers projects ranging from packaged pumping stations to bespoke installations, alongside ongoing servicing and emergency repairs. It is looking to strengthen its engineering team with an experienced engineer who can provide reliable technical support to customers.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, as Pump Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out planned servicing and preventative maintenance on wastewater pumping stations.
- Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults on pumps and associated equipment, within your competence.
- Installing replacement pumps, components and associated equipment.
- Commissioning pumping stations and checking systems operate correctly.
- Responding to breakdowns and emergency call-outs.
- Inspecting equipment, identifying defects and recommending repairs or improvements.
- Completing accurate service reports and communicating findings to customers and colleagues.
- Working independently and alongside other engineers while maintaining safe working practices.
- Travelling to customer sites, with occasional overnight stays and participation in a rotating on-call duty.
We're looking for a Pump Service Engineer with experience servicing and repairing pumps, ideally within sewage or wastewater pumping stations.
You will bring:
- Hands-on pump maintenance, repair and fault-finding experience.
- Mechanical capability and relevant electrical diagnostic skills.
- Experience working independently at customer sites.
- A clear understanding of safe working practices and your own limits of competence.
- Good communication skills and a professional approach to customer service.
- A full UK driving licence.
- Flexibility to travel, stay away occasionally and participate in an on-call rota.
Commissioning experience would be an advantage. Relevant engineering qualifications are welcome, although demonstrated practical experience is the priority.
- £45,000-£50,000 basic salary, depending on experience.
- Company van, taken home.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- 45-hour working week.
- Flexible home location within an agreed service territory.
- Varied work across servicing, repairs, installation and commissioning.
- Occasional overnight stays and participation in an on-call rota.
EA First Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency for this permanent vacancy.
Similar jobs
- CR

Senior Mechanical Project EngineerRecently posted
CDM Recruitment · newcastle upon tyne · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
Project ManagementEngineeringSalary not listed - JC

Mechanical EngineerRecently posted
Johnson Controls · Birmingham · On-site · Posted 13 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
Stakeholder ManagementMicrosoft OfficeCAD+1EngineeringSalary not listed - GV

Lead Engineer - Mechanical EngineeringRecently posted
GE Vernova · stafford · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
ANSYSCADFEA+3EngineeringSalary not listed - MM

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Southern EnglandRecently posted
Mott MacDonald · bristol · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
AgileEngineeringSalary not listed - F7
Chief Engineer, Weapons Auto Apply
F7d8749a 72d6 407c Bf98 292ea630c73a · London · Hybrid 🇬🇧
RoboticsEngineeringSalary not listed - OG
Founding Mechanical EngineerRecently posted
Oho Group Ltd · london · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
RoboticsCADMechanical DesignEngineering£100k - £150k/yr - GT

Mechanical Site Supervisor - Southern WaterRecently posted
Galliford Try · brighton, east sussex · On-site · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
Microsoft OfficeAgileEngineeringSalary not listed - BI
Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical Bias)Recently posted
Baxter International · thetford, norfolk · Hybrid · Posted 27 Oct 2026 🇬🇧
RoboticsEngineeringSalary not listed - HA

Associate Mechanical EngineerRecently posted
Hays · glasgow, lanarkshire · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
HVACEngineeringSalary not listed - J&
Sprinkler Service EngineerRecently posted
JHK-Hall & Kay Fire Services Ltd · birmingham · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
EngineeringSalary not listed - J&
Design EngineerRecently posted
JHK-Hall & Kay Fire Services Ltd · swinton · Hybrid · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
AutoCADRevitEngineeringSalary not listed - JU
Mechanical Supervisor (Gas)Recently posted
JIK-Integral UK Limited · oxford · On-site · Posted 15 Nov 2026 🇬🇧
CAMEngineeringSalary not listed
