Mechanical Specialist, Devon

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes. We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals include lowering our carbon footprint, planting 300,000 trees, restoring peatlands, and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality andwildlife.We’re looking for a highly skilled

Mechanical Specialist

to join our Waste Water Services M&E team. This pivotal regional role is based from either Devon or Cornwall with travel across the South West and ensures our mechanical assets are safe, reliable, and performing at their best. What You'll Be Doing

Provide specialist support and advice to mechanical field teams and M&E Maintenance Managers. Ensure consistent, safe, and compliant delivery of mechanical maintenance activities. Support and guide teams on ATEX, DSEAR, permits, safety documentation, and mechanical governance. Lead technical investigations, evaluate risks, and advise on best practice and compliance.Develop and maintain mechanical safety policies, LOTOTO systems, and operating procedures. Represent the function in procurement, design scoping, industry working groups, and engineering forums. Lead and deliver the mechanical coordinated and appointed person training. Lead introduction of the mechanical safety rules/policy, including continuous review to ensure a practical solution is achieved whilst remaining compliant.What We're Looking For

Advanced mechanical maintenance and fault‑finding capability. Strong understanding of mechanical engineering safety, legislation, and best practice. Experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics, pumping systems, dosing systems, odour control, and wider water/wastewater process equipment. Excellent communication and influencing skills with the confidence to challenge and guide others.Strong problem‑solving ability and a continuous improvement mindset. Commercial awareness and the ability to build effective partnerships. Knowledge of the UK water industry (desirable). Essential

Time‑served mechanical apprenticeship with relevant formal qualifications (e.g., City&Guilds, ONC, BTEC). HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Demonstrable field‑based mechanical maintenance experience. Mechanical AP competencies. Full UK driving licence. Desirable

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Working toward or holding IEng registration. CompEx Ex14 (or willingness to achieve within 12 months). IOSH or NEBOSH safety qualifications. What’s In It For You

Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays. Discretionary bonus. Competitive contributory pension. Share‑save scheme. Health benefits&wellbeing support programmes. Group discounts. Cycle to Work scheme. Financial support services. Development and training opportunities… and much more! Closing Date: 20th June 2026 Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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