Electrical Technician

idibu; Little Marlow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater company is seeking an Electrical Technician in Little Marlow. The role involves maintenance and operational activities on sewage pumping stations, ensuring service delivery meets standards for time, cost, and quality. The successful candidate will perform planned and reactive maintenance, communicate with customers, and support training for trainees. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including annual leave and a contributory pension.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Contributory pension with company matching

Annual medical assessments

Physiotherapy access

Additional benefits via benefits hub

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or significant multi-skilled electrical experience.
• Experience in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on wastewater assets and electrical machinery.
• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs efficiently.
• Provide technical advice and support training for trainees.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

18th Edition Electrical City and Guilds certification

Tools

Control systems

Electrical plant equipment

Pumps

Switchgear

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician to join our Water Operations team based in Little Marlow, SL7 3RT.

As the successful candidate, your role will involve performing a range of front-line maintenance and operational activities on sewage pumping stations in the Thames Valley North region (Reading, High Wycombe, Marlow, Oxford). This includes planned and preventive maintenance of electrical equipment to support asset operation.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a difference by performing activities such as operation, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and problem-solving, ensuring service delivery meets standards for time, cost, and quality.

Responsibilities

1. Carrying out scheduled, planned, and reactive maintenance on wastewater assets and electrical machinery, minimizing plant breakdowns.
2. Communicating professionally with customers and meeting their expectations.
3. Investigating plant failures, performing repairs efficiently, and diagnosing complex faults during incidents.
4. Providing technical advice, referencing technical knowledge, and supporting training for trainees if needed.
5. Working on equipment like pumps, control gear, motors, VSDs, control systems, sensors, PLCs, and chemical dosing equipment.

Location & Working Pattern

Location: Little Marlow, SL7 3RT

Pattern: 38 hours, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm. Standby rota, overtime, and training can increase earnings by up to £15,000 annually.

Minimum Requirements

• Time-served apprenticeship or significant multi-skilled electrical experience.
• 18th Edition Electrical City and Guilds certification.
• Experience in inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosis, testing, and repairing electrical plant equipment.
• Experience with large pumps, actuated valves, control systems like VSDs, and switchgear.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in confined spaces (training provided).
• Full UK driving license.

Candidate Qualities

• Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
• Ownership mindset for fault response and resolution.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undergo safety training.

Benefits

• Base salary up to £38,000, with standby and overtime potentially increasing total earnings by £10,000-£15,000.
• 24 days annual leave, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension with company matching.
• Annual medical assessments and physiotherapy access.
• Additional benefits via our benefits hub, including We Care and a 24-hour GP hotline.

About Thames Water

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a sustainable future, helping communities and protecting the environment. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Join us to enjoy a rewarding career with opportunities for growth, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits. We value diversity and inclusivity, offering support throughout the recruitment process.

Support our customers on the frontline as part of our team, with full training provided. Apply early as the vacancy may close before the deadline due to high interest.