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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Apply by
- Nov 1, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
Job summary
Service, inspect, and maintain wastewater pump systems and pump stations, diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs. Respond to emergency call-outs and ensure assets operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.
Job details
Job Title: Pump Engineer Company: RA Dalton Ltd Location: Field Based Job Type: Full-Time Salary: £28,000.00-£48,000.00 per year (depending on experience) About RA Dalton Ltd: RA Dalton Ltd is a leading specialist in the waste water industry. We specialise in the servicing, maintenance, commissioning and installations of all sewage treatment systems and waste water pump stations across the UK. Overview: The role will primarily involve carrying out routine servicing, inspection and maintenance of wastewater pump systems and pump stations. The individual will diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, carry out effective repairs and attend emergency call-outs. They will ensure assets are operating safely, efficiently and in compliance with industry standards. This is a field‑based role requiring a practical, hands‑on approach and strong customer interaction. Ideal Candidate Requirements Full, clean UK driving licence Excellent communication and customer service skills Ability and willingness to work away from home when required Strong problem‑solving ability with a practical mindset Acts with integrity, consistency and accountability at all times Professional, reliable and able to work both independently and as part of a team Self‑motivated with the ability to manage workload effectively Previous pump or wastewater industry experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided. Desirable Qualifications (Not Essential) CS3 – Confined Space Entry with Escape Breathing Apparatus and Self Rescue Procedures First Aid at Work Water Hygiene CSCS Card Electrical Qualification Benefits Competitive salary. Fully equipped company vehicle Health and dental insurance. Peoples pension plan. Workwear provided. Opportunities for career advancement. Ongoing training and development. RA Dalton is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
What you’ll do
Service, inspect, and maintain wastewater pump systems and pump stations, diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs. Respond to emergency call-outs and ensure assets operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards.
Requirements
Candidates must have a full, clean UK driving licence, strong communication and customer service skills, and a practical, problem-solving approach. They should be reliable, accountable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team; previous pump or wastewater experience is preferred but not essential, as training is provided.
Benefits
- Fully Equipped Company Vehicle
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Workwear Provided
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Ongoing Training and Development
Listed skills
- Customer service · Preferred
- Teamwork · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Pump System Servicing
- Inspection and Maintenance
- Mechanical Fault Diagnosis
- Electrical Fault Diagnosis
- Repairs
- Emergency Call-Outs
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Workload Management
- Independent Working
- Teamwork
- Integrity and Accountability
- Wastewater Systems
Job areas
- Engineering
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability