Electrical Technician

TN United Kingdom; Marlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Thames Water as an Electrical Technician, where you will perform maintenance and operational activities on sewage pumping stations. This role offers a competitive salary up to £38,000, with opportunities for overtime and professional development. You will be part of a team dedicated to ensuring quality service and operational efficiency in a supportive environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension with company matching up to 6%

Annual medical assessments

Physiotherapy access

Additional employee benefits and support programs

Qualifications

• Experienced or time-served apprentice in electrical systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards relevant to the industry.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, planned, and reactive maintenance on wastewater assets.
• Investigate plant failures, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs.
• Provide technical advice and support training for trainees.

Skills

Electrical systems maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

18th Edition Electrical City and Guilds certification

Tools

PLC

VSDs

Control gear

Large pumps

Job description

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Job Opportunity: Electrical Technician at Thames Water

We are recruiting an Electrical Technician for our Water Operations team based in Little Marlow, SL7 3RT. The role involves performing front-line maintenance and operational activities on sewage pumping stations across Thames Valley North (Reading, High Wycombe, Marlow, Oxford). Responsibilities include planned and preventive electrical equipment maintenance to support asset operation.

This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to Thames Water by ensuring services meet time, cost, and quality standards through activities like operation, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform scheduled, planned, and reactive maintenance on wastewater assets and electrical machinery, minimizing plant downtime.
2. Communicate professionally with customers, managing expectations effectively.
3. Investigate plant failures, diagnose faults, and carry out repairs swiftly to prevent process interruptions.
4. Provide technical advice, stay updated with technical knowledge, and support training for trainees.
5. Work on various equipment, including pumps, control gear, motors, VSDs, valves, sensors, PLCs, and chemical dosing systems.

Location and Working Pattern

Base: Little Marlow, SL7 3RT

Hours: 38 per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm. Overtime and standby payments can increase annual earnings by up to £15,000 after training.

Candidate Requirements

• Experienced or time-served apprentice in electrical systems, with significant multi-skilled capacity.
• 18th Edition Electrical City and Guilds certification essential.
• Experience in inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosis, testing, and repairing electrical plant equipment.
• Preferably experienced with large pumps, actuated valves, VSDs, and switchgear.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards relevant to the industry.
• Physically fit to work in confined spaces and undergo necessary training.
• Full UK driving license required.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
• Ownership of fault response, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to undergo safety training and adhere to health and safety standards.

Benefits

• Salary up to £38,000, plus overtime and standby pay potential.
• 24 days holiday, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension with company matching up to 6%.
• Annual medical assessments and physiotherapy access.
• Additional employee benefits and support programs.

About Thames Water

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We aim to build a sustainable future, supporting our communities, environment, and employees. We offer diverse career opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and an inclusive culture.

Join us to make a difference, support our mission, and grow your career in a rewarding environment.