We are currently recruiting a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team in the Waste Water Division at Deephams STW site.
As a successful candidate, you will use your mechanical & electrical knowledge and experience to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical plant and electrical equipment in a safe, efficient, timely and effective manner with minimum supervision, ensuring all of our sites remain operational for the benefit of our customers.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, and you will be actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites.
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.
* You will investigate plant failures and carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve investigating and diagnosing complex faults and carrying out repairs during incidents.
* You will be expected to provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training or support for technical trainees if required.
* Examples of equipment that you will be working on include various pumps and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as VSDs, automatic valves and penstocks, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.
* Participate in a standby rota following the relevant training.
Base Location
Deephams STW - N9 0BA
Working Pattern
38 hours Monday‑Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby rota payments. Overtime opportunities can increase your earning potential by up to £8,000‑£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
All PPE, tools, a company van and a fuel card are provided.
Qualifications and Experience
You must have previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in Electrical engineering with a up‑skill in mechanical NVQ2/3. This up‑skill is crucial.
What you should bring to the role
* You should be a time‑served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a “true multi-skilled” capacity.
* Ideally, you will have been up‑skilled with a mechanical qualification to allow you to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
* For individuals with 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 are crucial.
* Physical fitness is required, as you will work in confined spaces and must complete the appropriate training.
* A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as the vehicle and tools, are provided.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
* Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase your earning potential by up to a further £8,000‑£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
* Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
* Annual leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
* Generous pension scheme through AON.
* Access to a range of benefits to support your health and wellbeing, and finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to cycle‑to‑work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
Find out more about our benefits and perks (please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment).
Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.
Learn more about our purpose and values
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Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and the planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats or anything else, just let us know – we’re here to help and support.
When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.
Disclaimer
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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