Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Electrical (Water)United Utilities • Cheadle, England, GB

Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Electrical (Water)

United Utilities • Cheadle, England, GB

2 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

Overview

As a Level 3 Apprentice Field Service Engineer - Electrical (Water) you'll learn how to :

Install, repair and maintain our electrical equipment, and understand refurbishing and replacing water assets to keep services running smoothly for customers
Work as part of a dedicated team focused on ensuring our plants operate at maximum efficiency
Work with a wide range of equipment, identify faults and carry out routine maintenance in line with health and safety standards
Schedule maintenance activity and organise workload, working in accordance with water industry standards and regulatory requirements
Plan maintenance work with consideration for process safety, risk assessments, environmental impact and water treatment or wastewater recycling
Identify and organise resources to complete tasks with consideration for process, cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact
Follow health and safety procedures and safe systems of work, including PPE
Comply with sustainability principles and segregate waste for recycling, reuse or disposal
Select, check, store and maintain equipment and tools
Restore the work area on completion of the activity
Communicate in writing and record information (paper-based or electronic), e.g. job sheets, risk assessments, service records, test results and handover documents
Collect, interpret and use data using information and digital technology; comply with GDPR and cybersecurity regulations
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion policies and practices
Apply teamwork, continuous improvement techniques and propose improvements
Provide support and technical advice to technical and non-technical colleagues and stakeholders
Carry out and record learning and development activities
Comply with security procedures, site access, document classification and asset security

Technical responsibilities

Electrical : Install, commission and decommission cabling and electrical equipment

Electrical : Apply electrical theories, repair and maintenance practices, and modify electrical circuits

Electrical : Interrogate information on intelligent control equipment (PLCs, HMIs, Intelligent Starters, VSDs); fault finding with diagnostic equipment

Electrical : Use tools, equipment, resources and components for installation, repair and maintenance

Electrical : Isolate equipment for maintenance, including permits and lock-off systems

Electrical : Inspect and test electrical installations and equipment; use electrical drawings

Electrical : Install and terminate cable types to specifications

Electrical : Use mathematical theory; identify problems, investigate causes and identify solutions

ICA (Instrumentation and Control) : Install, commission and decommission ICA equipment; configure instrumentation and control devices

ICA : Calibrate and monitor open and closed loop systems; fault finding and diagnostic techniques

ICA : Inspect and test ICA equipment; interpret design specifications, plans and drawings; calibrate ICA equipment

ICA : Isolate equipment for maintenance with permits and lock-off systems; install and terminate cables

ICA : Test telemetry signals and configure outstations; use software to produce programs for control systems

ICA : Assess equipment condition and determine actions; analyze data to drive evidence-based changes

Mechanical : Commission and decommission mechanical equipment; assemble and install equipment or components

Mechanical : Disconnect, remove, repair and maintain mechanical systems; use tools and equipment for installation and maintenance

Mechanical : Isolate plant and equipment for maintenance, including permits, safe isolation, lock-off and depressurisation of systems

Mechanical : Inspect and test mechanical systems; fault finding and diagnostics; fabrications and basic fabrication techniques

Mechanical : Use manufacturing instructions, drawings and specifications; apply basic fabrication, welding and thermal cutting; bench fitting

Mechanical : Use machinery (lathes, drills, milling machines, etc.)

Mechanical : Apply mechanical theories and mathematics

Program and environments

Work in line with water industry standards and regulatory requirements

Plan maintenance work with process safety and environmental considerations

Identify and organise resources to complete tasks with attention to process, cost, quality, safety, security and environmental impact

Follow health and safety procedures and safe systems of work, including PPE

Comply with sustainability principles and waste segregation

Restore the work area after activity

Communicate and record information in writing; manage documents and records securely

Comply with GDPR and cybersecurity regulations and policies

Apply equity, diversity and inclusion, teamwork and continuous improvement practices

Provide technical updates and support to colleagues and stakeholders

Carry out and record learning and development activities

Comply with security procedures for site access and asset protection

Qualifications and additional requirements

GCSEs : 5 GCSEs minimum or equivalent (grade A-C or 9-4), including Maths, English and a Science or Technology subject

Other relevant qualifications and industry experience may be considered

Communication, problem solving and teamwork skills

Share other relevant qualifications and experience as part of your application

Location, training and benefits

During your first year, you’ll spend 3 days per week over an 8-month duration during term time at the Bolton Technical Training Centre

If you do not live nearby, accommodation will be reimbursed / provided during this period by United Utilities (excluding weekends)

Induction includes a five-day residential trip to the Lake District

Accommodation and boarding will be provided

During your apprenticeship you may need to travel to your place of study; accommodation will be provided or reimbursed if not local

Travel requirements and staying away from home should be considered if applicable

Wage : £20,000 per year, with potential increases based on performance

Hours : Monday to Friday during training period; after apprenticeship, joining a standby rota with possible out-of-hours work

Start date : Wednesday 2 September 2026; Duration : 4 years

Employer : United Utilities, North West England; opportunity to develop skills in water and wastewater services

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