We are recruiting for an experienced Booster Pump Service Technician to join an established Water Systems and Water Hygiene company.
The successful candidate will be responsible for servicing, maintaining and fault-finding on booster pump sets, pressure vessels and associated control systems across residential, commercial and specialist sites throughout the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in pumps, plumbing or mechanical/electrical maintenance who is looking to develop their skills within the Water Hygiene industry.
The position combines hands-on booster pump servicing with water hygiene compliance activities, with full training available for candidates who do not already have experience in this area.
Key Responsibilities
- Service, maintain and undertake minor repairs on booster pump sets, pressure vessels and associated control panels.
- Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults, including pump failures, overheating, loss of pressure and control system issues.
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) visits in accordance with service schedules.
- Inspect pump operation, pressure vessel charge, control systems and general equipment condition.
- Undertake basic water hygiene duties alongside pump servicing, including water system inspections and sampling.
- Identify and report water quality or system deficiencies, including sediment build-up, scale, missing filtration and potential stagnation.
- Support compliance with relevant Water Hygiene guidance, including ACoP L8 and HSG274.
- Respond to reactive callouts and undertake fault diagnosis and repairs.
- Complete accurate service reports, maintenance records and associated documentation.
- Liaise directly with clients on-site, providing technical advice and updates on completed works.
- Maintain high standards of health and safety throughout all site activities.
- Manage daily workloads and travel between customer sites efficiently.
Experience & Qualifications
- Previous experience servicing, maintaining or repairing booster pumps, pressure sets or associated mechanical/electrical equipment.
- Good understanding of pump operation, pressure systems and fault-finding techniques.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical and basic electrical faults.
- Experience working with booster pump control panels and pressure vessels.
- Plumbing or mechanical maintenance experience would be advantageous.
- Knowledge of Water Hygiene and Legionella control measures would be beneficial but is not essential.
- Willingness to undertake training in Water Hygiene, including relevant City & Guilds Legionella Control qualifications.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently.
- Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with clients.
- Full UK driving licence.
Salary & Benefits
- Basic salary of £30,000 – £35,000 per annum.
- Company vehicle and fuel card.
- Company pension scheme.
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
- Full training and support towards Water Hygiene qualifications.
- Annual salary reviews.
- Opportunities to develop technical experience across both booster pump servicing and Water Hygiene compliance.
- Free/on-site parking where available.