Electrical and Mechanical Technician

idibu; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Electrical and Mechanical Technician in Hatfield, where your skills will contribute to environmental sustainability. This role focuses on electrical maintenance at sewage pumping stations, offering a chance to work in multidisciplinary teams. You'll diagnose complex faults, provide technical advice, and ensure safety standards are upheld. With a competitive salary and additional earnings potential through standby and overtime, this position offers a rewarding career path. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a real impact in your community.

Benefits

Company van

PPE and tools provided

24 days holiday entitlement

Contributory pension up to 12%

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Significant electrical systems experience in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Experience in maintaining and fault diagnosing electrical plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs promptly.
• Install and commission new equipment; diagnose faults in systems.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Tools

PLC systems

Control gear

Chemical dosing equipment

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 Hertfordshire.

Work in multidisciplinary teams responsible for scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.

This role offers a chance to make a positive environmental impact by helping reduce pollution from our sites and networks.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs promptly to prevent process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults and repairing during incidents.
• Install, modify, and commission new equipment; diagnose and repair faults in systems and plants.
• Provide technical advice, stay updated with technical knowledge, and support training for trainees if needed.
• Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, control gear, VSDs, valves, measurement systems, PLCs, drives, and chemical dosing equipment.
• Maintain safety standards and comply with health and safety procedures.
• Location: Mill Green (Hatfield), AL9 5PE.
• Work hours: 38 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm, with participation in a 1-in-6-week out-of-hours standby rota with additional pay.

Candidate Requirements

• Time-served apprentice with significant electrical systems experience in a multi-skilled capacity, preferably with an electrical apprenticeship.
• Experience in maintaining, testing, installing, and fault diagnosing electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Desirable: ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues; training in confined spaces required.
• Valid driving license.

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, with a positive attitude.
• Ownership mentality in fault response, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a proactive approach to site improvements.
• Willingness to undergo safety training and adhere to safety standards.

Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000/year, plus standby and overtime, potentially earning an additional £8,000-£10,000.
• Company van, PPE, and tools provided.
• Holiday entitlement: 24 days, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension up to 12%, with employer contributions.
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to health, wellbeing, and financial benefits, including physiotherapy, counselling, vouchers, and life assurance.

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

About Thames Water

We are the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. Our mission is to build a sustainable future, helping communities and protecting the environment. We seek passionate, skilled individuals eager to make a difference and grow with us.

Discover our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day presents new opportunities. We support career development, flexible work arrangements, and excellent benefits.

If you want a meaningful career that impacts millions and helps conserve water, join us. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing support throughout the recruitment process. Join as an ambassador during crises, receive full training, and enjoy additional earnings.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may close the advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.