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Xylem

Senior Engineering Technician (T3)

Thirsk

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Seniority
Senior
Country
GB
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
3 Oct 2026

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the posting

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

We are currently seeking a Service Engineer, Home based Yorkshire

What will I be doing?

Based in Thirsk, this role will is to undertake the maintenance, service and repair of industrial drainage pumping equipment throughout the assigned region.

Supporting the installation, service and refurbishment of submersible and surface mounted pumping equipment, sewage treatment plants and all associated components, including control systems, valves and pipework.

Analytical survey of control equipment, both electrical and physical.

Isolate, dismantle and inspect pumping equipment, including moving parts and lubricants.

Examine and report any defects with regards to the valves and pipework. Report any abnormalities.

Supply details, measurements, and full descriptions of any components that require replacement.

Install and commission supplied equipment and all associated apparatus.

Work as part of a team where health and safety demands.

Carry out both planned and reactive service visits as scheduled in a timely manner.

Lifting of access covers, pumping equipment and all associated components from ground level to an approximate depth of 10m using the appropriate tools supplied by Xylem Water Solution UK Ltd.

Working in an outdoor environment in different weather conditions on a daily basis.

Driving a company vehicle to the standard required by Xylem Water Solution UK Ltd, as detailed in the Company policy to and from scheduled and reactive calls.

To undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job.

Standard hours of work are 39 per week however a totally flexible working attitude is necessary to meet the client and business needs. In addition evening/weekend on-call duties will be necessary on a rota basis.

We Offer

Competitive basic salary, Travel Allowance, Pension, Flexible benefits, 25 days holiday, Healthcare Plan, ShareSave.

Skills / Education / Qualifications Required

Electrically qualified to City & Guilds 2330 Level 3 or industry equivalent, (including 17th/ 18th Edition)

ECS / JIB Gold Skills Card Holder

Good knowledge of pumps/pumping systems, associated equipment, 3 phase industrial electrics, fault finding and testing of electrical components / panels to 18th Edition.

Full driving licence

Able to use a PDA system and various customer management logging-in systems.

(Confined Space Training will be given once the necessary medical has been passed)

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

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