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To support the delivery of specialist on-site and workshop engineering services for water and gas utility clients. The Site–Workshop Technician will contribute to the maintenance, inspection, and repair of assets such as pipelines, pumping stations, and gas pressure systems, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to high technical standards.
Job Responsibility:
Assist in the extraction, inspection, and reinstallation of large mechanical and electrical equipment on gas and water utility sites
Support the inspection of water pipelines, including operating AES’s patented inspection tools within excavations and confined spaces
Conduct ancillary site activities such as: Installation and monitoring of water flow equipment
Grit blasting and painting of components
Sampling of pipelines and soils for structural analysis
Operate in accordance with site permits and AES safety protocols, ensuring compliance with client and statutory health and safety requirements
Maintain accurate records and contribute to inspection and maintenance reports
Manage and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition
Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continual improvement in operational practices
Requirements:
A good mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools and equipment
A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new skills
The ability to work both independently and as part of a small team
Flexibility to travel and stay away from home (up to four nights per week, particularly in summer)
Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors, at height, and in confined spaces
Good attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Basic numeracy and literacy skills to complete documentation and reports accurately
A commitment to maintaining high safety standards at all times
Full UK driving Licence
Nice to have:
Experience within an engineering, utilities, or mechanical maintenance environment
SHEA Gas or SHEA Water card
Confined Spaces and Working at Height training
Forklift or abrasive wheels certification
What we offer:
Family-Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days
Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options
Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents
Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers
Professional Development
Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, and more
Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards
Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)