Workshop / Site Based
£28,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)
We are proud to be representing a specialist engineering contractor operating within the UK water and wastewater industry. Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit a reliable and hardworking Mechanical Cleaner to join their team, supporting municipal wastewater treatment sites across the UK.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Overtime opportunities
Full training provided
Career development opportunities
PPE and equipment supplied
Opportunity to work on a variety of wastewater treatment sitesThe position of Mechanical Cleaner offers a practical, hands-on role within a growing sector. You will play a key part in maintaining pile cloth filtration systems that support wastewater treatment processes and help sites achieve environmental compliance standards. This role would suit someone with a strong work ethic, good attention to detail, and an interest in mechanical maintenance.
Requirements for the Role:
Practical experience in mechanical, maintenance, cleaning, or industrial environments
Good attention to detail and ability to identify equipment faults or defects
Ability to work safely and follow site procedures
Strong work ethic and willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions
Comfortable undertaking manual handling activities
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Full UK driving licence preferredDesirable:
Experience within wastewater treatment works or the water industry
Knowledge of tertiary treatment systems such as pile cloth filters, disc filters, or sand filters
Basic mechanical maintenance skills
Confined Space Training
CSCS Card (Green minimum)
Safety PassportDuties and Responsibilities:
Clean pile cloth filtration units using manual and mechanical cleaning methods
Remove rags, sludge, screenings, and debris that may impact filtration performance
Inspect filter cloths and panels for wear, damage, fouling, and reduced flow
Replace damaged filter cloths and panels in accordance with site procedures
Carry out routine checks on filter rotation systems, wash cycles, and backwash performance
Assist with the setup, shutdown, and monitoring of filtration equipment
Identify and report flow restrictions, excessive headloss, or abnormal equipment performance
Maintain accurate records of inspections, cleaning activities, and repairs
Operate cleaning equipment, wash-down systems, lifting equipment, and hand tools safely
Handle and store cleaning chemicals in accordance with COSHH requirements
Maintain high standards of housekeeping within operational areas
Dispose of waste materials responsibly and in line with environmental regulationsInterested in this or other opportunities within the Water & Wastewater sector? Please get in touch for further information.