Electrical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited is seeking an Electrical Technician in Newton-le-Willows to carry out maintenance on electrical equipment within a dedicated team. The role involves troubleshooting plant failures, providing technical guidance, and handling various electrical systems. Ideal candidates will have significant experience, relevant qualifications, and be committed to improving environmental impact. With a competitive salary of up to £42,000 plus bonuses, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Benefits

24 days holiday, increasing to 28

Contributory pension scheme

Personal Medical Assessments

All PPE, tools, van and fuel card provided

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems.
• Upskilled with a mechanical qualification for safe inspection and maintenance.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled, unscheduled and emergency maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Investigating plant failures and executing repairs promptly.
• Providing support and training for technical trainees.

Skills

Electrical systems

Fault diagnosis

Technical advice

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification

NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job title Electrical Technician Ref 39028 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Wargrave - RG10 8DJ Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 15:36pm plus Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training Salary Offering up to £42,000 per annum depending on skills and experience. plus Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training Job grade A Closing date 07/08/2025

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician to join our waste team in the Wargrave area.

As the successful candidate, you will be working in a multi-disciplinary team and will be responsible for carrying out scheduled, unscheduled and emergency maintenance work on all electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdown.

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 Electrical Technician

• 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 will be motors, gearboxes, screw /chain conveyors & centrifuges, various pumps, and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as VSD, automatic valves, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, chemical handling, and dosing equipment.

Base Location: Wargrave near Reading in Berkshire - RG10 8DJ

Working Pattern 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm. Upon completing essential company training, you will be included on the standby rota payments with overtime opportunities, which can increase your earning potential by up to £8,000-£10,000 per annum.

All PPE, tools, van and fuel card are provided.

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. Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering, with an upskill qualification in mechanical NVQ2/3 is crucial.
• Ideally, you will have been upskilled with a mechanical qualification to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Have 18 th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
• The work requires you to work in confined spaces with the successful completion of appropriate training.
• A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as vehicles and tools, is provided.

We are looking for you to

• To be a self-motivated individual who can immerse oneself in the team around them, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding, too.
• Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same.
• Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering up to £42,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• The wider benefits scheme includes our benefits hub, which is packed with offers and information to save money and support your well-being.

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 help from 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.

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 fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, 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's 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 our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process . We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, 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.