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Contract

Mechanical Operative

Tank Recruitment
Doncaster
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 21 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Closing date: 21 October 2026
Ref: 225630185

Mechanical Operative


Location: South Yorkshire
Contract: 3-6 months
IR35: Inside IR35
We are currently looking for experienced Mechanical Operatives to support wastewater treatment and filtration projects across South Yorkshire.



Key Responsibilities

  • Cleaning and maintaining wastewater filtration systems.
  • Carrying out mechanical repairs and remedial works as required.
  • Using hand and power tools safely and effectively.
  • Assisting with installation, maintenance and servicing of pumps, motors and associated equipment.
  • Identifying mechanical faults and supporting fault-finding activities.
  • Working safely on active industrial and wastewater sites.
  • Completing basic site documentation and maintenance records.


Requirements

  • Previous hands-on mechanical experience, ideally within wastewater, water treatment, industrial or process environments.
  • Good mechanical understanding and confidence using tools.
  • Experience working with pumps, motors, filtration systems or similar equipment.
  • EUSR Water Hygiene.
  • Confined Space training.
  • Working at Heights training.
  • First Aid certification.
  • CSCS or relevant site certification would be advantageous.

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