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Job Role: Waste Pump Engineer
Location: Greater London
Employment type: Full Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
What's In It For You...
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job, you're starting a career with real support behind it.
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
- Group Personal Pension Plan
- Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
- 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
- Life assurance cover
- Long service recognition
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
About The Role...
As a Waste Pump Engineer you will...
- Install wastewater pumping stations and associated equipment
- Carry out servicing and preventative maintenance on wastewater pumping systems
- Diagnose faults and undertake repairs to electrical and mechanical pump systems
- Commission new wastewater pumping installations
- Work on pump stations, sewage treatment plants and associated equipment
- Attend breakdowns and emergency call-outs when required
- Complete service reports and documentation accurately
- Ensure all work is carried out safely and in line with current industry regulations
- Liaise with customers and provide technical advice and support
- Support the safe and efficient operation of wastewater pumping and treatment assets
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About You...
We're looking for an experienced engineer with strong wastewater pumping system knowledge and the ability to work independently while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
You'll ideally have:
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Electrical qualifications such as 18th Edition, City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent
- Confined Space Certification
- CSCS Card
- First Aid qualification
- Proven experience as a Wastewater Pump Engineer or similar role
- Strong knowledge of pump stations and wastewater treatment systems
- Experience with pump installation, servicing, repairs and fault diagnosis
- Good understanding of electrical control panels, floats, alarms and pump controls
- Ability to read technical drawings and wiring diagrams
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Positive, professional and flexible approach
- Self-motivated with the ability to work on your own initiative
- Strong team-working skills
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At Ipsum, our values are at the heart of everything we do.
Safety is our number one priority. We are uncompromising in our commitment to health, safety and environmental performance, ensuring everyone takes responsibility for creating and maintaining a safe working environment.
We are committed to delivering outstanding customer service every job, every day. We take ownership, communicate openly, do the right thing and always strive to exceed customer expectations.
As specialists in our field, we continuously seek opportunities to add value through innovation, expertise and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, support career development and encourage fresh thinking to help deliver the best outcomes for our customers and communities.
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...
We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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Next steps...
If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Careers Team for more info!
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