Location
Bedford
Industry sector
Engineering
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
11/06/2026
Closing date
02/07/2026
Mechanical 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.