MEICA Engineer - Outside IR35 - £420-£450/day
Location: North West Region (hybrid/site-based as required)
Duration: 5-Year Framework
We are seeking an experienced MEICA Engineer to support a major long-term framework across the North West, focused on the delivery of large-scale on-site asset maintenance activities within water, wastewater, and energy production systems. The role includes ensuring maintenance requirements are accurately captured and delivered in accordance with the Managed Services Provider (MSP) Framework procedures.
This is a contract opportunity outside IR35, offering a day rate of £420 to £450.

What You'll Be Doing

Acting in a professional and proactive manner at all times

Engaging with United Utilities (UU) personnel to gather and record accurate work requirements

Assessing work scope and engaging relevant disciplines and partners

Applying appropriate risk profiles and framework procedures to each task

Collaborating closely with supply chain partners to align resources and work type

Supporting delivery teams to ensure timely and accurate flow of information

Coordinating with schedulers to programme works effectively

Reviewing RAMS and ensuring compliance with SHEQ standards

Validating that scope is appropriate, identifying risks and opportunities

Driving efficiencies and proactively identifying process improvements

Resolving blockers where possible and escalating unresolved issues

Maintaining 100% compliance with SHEQ and CDM regulations

Communicating effectively with all stakeholders

Supporting team members to achieve shared objectives

About You

Solid understanding of clean and wastewater treatment works and associated assets

Confident communicator, including with senior engineers and stakeholders

Strong engineering background with sound problem-solving skills

Excellent prioritisation and organisational capabilities

Knowledge of site-based delivery and buildability considerations

Commercially and contractually aware

Familiar with SHE documentation and CDM requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience in the water sector in a mechanical/electrical capacity (maintenance or capital delivery)

Qualified to HNC/HND or degree level in a relevant engineering discipline

Holder of SMSTS qualification