Full job descriptionMechanical Cleaner
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 sites
The 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 preferred
Desirable:
*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 Passport
Duties 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 regulations
Interested in this or other opportunities within the Water & Wastewater sector? Please get in touch for further information.
This is a permanent position.