Job Title: Technician
Location: Cramlington
Salary: up to £25,000
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry's most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. AES (Advanced Engineering Solutions) is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000-strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long-term development and career progression.
To support the delivery of specialist on-site and workshop engineering services for water and gas utility clients. The Site–Workshop Technician will contribute to the maintenance, inspection, and repair of assets such as pipelines, pumping stations, and gas pressure systems, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to high technical standards.
The Role:
- Assist in the extraction, inspection, and reinstallation of large mechanical and electrical equipment on gas and water utility sites.
- Support the inspection of water pipelines, including operating AES’s patented inspection tools within excavations and confined spaces.
- Conduct ancillary site activities such as:
- Installation and monitoring of water flow equipment.
- Grit blasting and painting of components.
- Sampling of pipelines and soils for structural analysis.
- Operate in accordance with site permits and AES safety protocols, ensuring compliance with client and statutory health and safety requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to inspection and maintenance reports.
- Manage and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition.
- Promote a positive safety culture and contribute to continual improvement in operational practices.
What you’ll need:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need to bring a hands-on approach, a strong sense of safety, and the motivation to work as part of a close-knit team that takes pride in delivering high-quality engineering services.
Essential:
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A good mechanical aptitude and experience using hand tools and equipment.
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A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn new skills.
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The ability to work both independently and as part of a small team.
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Flexibility to travel and stay away from home (up to four nights per week, particularly in summer).
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Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors, at height, and in confined spaces.
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Good attention to detail and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
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Basic numeracy and literacy skills to complete documentation and reports accurately.
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A commitment to maintaining high safety standards at all times.
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Full UK driving licence.
Desirable (training will be provided if not already held):
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Experience within an engineering, utilities, or mechanical maintenance environment.
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SHEA Gas or SHEA Water card.
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Confined Spaces and Working at Height training.
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Forklift or abrasive wheels certification.
What you’ll get in return:
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Family-Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days. -
Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options. -
Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents. -
Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers. -
Professional Development
Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities -
Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, and more. -
Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards. -
Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)
At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.
We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.
