We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team at Bracknell Sewage Treatment Works.
What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical & Electrical Technician
* Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on mechanical and electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdowns.
* Investigating plant failures and carrying out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process, including diagnosing complex faults and repairing during incidents.
* Providing technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and giving training or support for technical trainees if required.
* Working on various pumps, control gear, 3‑phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as VSDs, automatic valves and penstocks, flow, level and pressure measurement instruments, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives, chemical handling and dosing equipment.
* Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.
Base Location
Bracknell STW, Hazlewood Lane, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 5QZ
Working Pattern
38 hours, Monday‑Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby rota payments and overtime opportunities which can increase the earning potential by up to a further £8,000‑£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
PPE & Equipment
All PPE, tools, a company van and a fuel card are provided.
Qualifications & Experience
* Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G Level 3 in Electrical engineering, with an up‑skill in mechanical NVQ 2/3 being crucial.
* A time‑served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a “true multi‑skilled” capacity.
* If you have mechanical or electrical experience only, we will look to develop the right people to dual‑skilled status.
* Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues.
* Physical fitness to work in confined spaces, with appropriate training completed.
* A valid driving licence.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
* Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
* Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – maximum 12% – 2 × employee contribution.
* Annual leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Generous pension scheme through AON.
* Generous paternity leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
* Enhanced maternity leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
* Benefits to support health, wellbeing and finances: annual health MOTs, access to physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
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