Service Technician Equipment Specialist (North England/South Scotland)

Ecolab UK and Ireland is proud to be a Great Place to Work‑Certified™ Company! At Ecolab, we prioritise a talent‑first philosophy, building the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates deliver comprehensive science‑based solutions, data‑driven insights and world‑class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimise water and energy use.

We help customers improve operational efficiencies and sustainability across food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries. Our Institutional division serves 45 billion restaurant meals and cleans more than one billion hotel rooms, providing customised cleaning and sanitising solutions to restaurants, hotels, long‑term care facilities, schools, commercial buildings and military facilities. Join us to help the biggest and best brands ensure guest safety and satisfaction while protecting their reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation
  • Install chemical dosing systems across institutional applications, including laundry equipment, dishwashers, and associated ancillary dosing units, in line with approved method statements and safety requirements.
  • Carry out electrical connections, control wiring, and system integration in accordance with relevant electrical standards and site requirements.
  • Commission dosing systems to ensure accurate, safe, and reliable chemical delivery.
  • Verify correct operation of pumps, controllers, sensors, and safety devices prior to handover.
• Technical Support & Troubleshooting
  • Diagnose and resolve installation‑related faults, including electrical, mechanical, and control issues.
  • Provide technical input during complex or non‑standard installations.
  • Support the Institutional Field Team with technical expertise during customer visits or escalations.
• Safety, Compliance & Quality
  • Work in full compliance with company safety policies, PPE requirements, and local regulations.
  • Complete risk assessments and method statements where required.
  • Ensure installations meet internal quality standards and customer specifications.
• Collaboration & Planning
  • Work closely with the Institutional Field Team to coordinate installations and support customer needs.
  • Collaborate with the Deployment Planning Team to ensure installations are scheduled, resourced, and executed effectively.
  • Provide feedback to planning and technical teams to support continuous improvement in equipment design and deployment processes.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Accurately complete installation records, commissioning documentation, and system handover information.
  • Report installation progress, issues, and completion status to the Institutional District Manager.
  • Maintain accurate records of installed equipment and configurations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience in installing technical equipment in field‑based or customer environments.
• Strong competence in electrical installations, including safe isolation, wiring, and fault‑finding.
• Experience working with pumps, dosing systems, or automated equipment.
• Good understanding of health & safety requirements in industrial or institutional settings.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with wider teams.

Position Details

Candidate must reside in North England/South Scotland (ideally near Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, or York).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the chemical industry.

What’s In It For You

• Investment in your training, development, and qualifications.
• 25 days holiday plus 8 days Bank Holiday.
• 4% Flexible Benefits Allowance, with a wide range of benefits available for families or utilized as a salary increase.
• Pension with 7% Employer Contribution and 4 × annual salary Life Insurance benefits.
• Opportunity to purchase company shares.
• A long‑term career within a business that recognises talent to progress, inclusive of global opportunities.
• Plan and manage your schedule in a flexible, independent work environment.
• Receive a company vehicle for business and personal use.
• Carve out a long‑term career path in sales, corporate accounts, or leadership.
• Paid training program that includes job shadowing, e‑learning modules, structured field activities, and custom classroom training.
• After training, grow your income as you drive sales in your market.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, colour, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran. We are further committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action, aiming to fully utilise minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history. Join Ecolab and help us protect what’s vital.