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Electrical and Mechanical Technician, Hatfield
Location: Hatfield, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: df0f728d2ea6
Job Views: 7
Posted: 22.06.2025
Expiry Date: 06.08.2025
Job Description:
We have an exciting opportunity for a career-minded person to join our Mill Green (Hatfield) team as an Electrical and Mechanical Technician. Focused mainly on electrical maintenance, you will perform a range of front-line maintenance and operational activities on sewage pumping stations in the Hertfordshire area. You will work in multi-disciplinary teams responsible for scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment. This role offers a chance to make a real environmental impact by reducing pollution from our sites and networks.
Responsibilities include:
* Investigate plant failures and perform repairs efficiently to avoid process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults and repairs during incidents.
* Install, modify, and commission new plant equipment; diagnose and repair faults.
* Provide technical advice, training, and support for trainees.
* Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, control gear, VSDs, valves, measurement systems, PLCs, and dosing equipment.
* Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety procedures.
Location and Working Hours:
Base: Mill Green (Hatfield), AL9 5PE. 38 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm. Includes a 1-week out-of-hours emergency standby rota with additional pay.
Candidate Requirements:
* Time-served apprentice with significant electrical experience in a multi-skilled capacity.
* Experience in electrical maintenance, testing, installation, and fault diagnosis.
* Desirable: ONC/HNC or NVQ/C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering.
* Knowledge of health and safety standards; work in confined spaces requires training.
* Valid driving license.
Ideal Candidate Traits:
* Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
* Ownership of faults, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Prepared to undergo safety training.
Benefits:
* Salary up to £40,000/year plus standby and overtime, potentially earning an extra £8,000-£10,000.
* Company van, PPE, tools provided.
* 24 days holiday (increases with service) plus bank holidays.
* Contributory pension (up to 12%).
* Annual medical assessments, health and wellbeing benefits, and more.
About Thames Water:
The UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We aim to build a better future by supporting our communities, environment, and employees. We offer diverse career opportunities, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and providing support throughout the recruitment process. Join us to make a difference and help protect water resources for future generations.
Note: Due to high application volume, the vacancy may close early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.
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