Electrical Technician

Thames Water; Reading; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company seeks an Electrical Engineer to investigate and repair plant failures to ensure efficient operations. The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and includes a standby rota. Attractive benefits include a salary up to £36,500 and company van post-training.

Benefits

Company van after training

24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service

Contributory pension (up to 12%)

Annual medical assessments

Benefits scheme for discounts and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical systems, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Valid driving license essential.
• Desirable to possess 18th Edition qualification; training available.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and carry out repairs to avoid process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and support/training for trainees.
• Participate in standby rota following training.

Skills

Electrical systems

Health and safety policies

Training others

Education

NVQ or C&G Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition qualification

Job description

Investigate plant failures and carry out repairs in a timely and efficient manner to avoid process interruptions.

This may involve diagnosing complex faults and performing repairs during incidents.

You will provide technical advice based on up-to-date knowledge and support or train technical trainees if required.

Examples of equipment include motors, gearboxes, conveyors, centrifuges, pumps, control gear, 3-phase motors, starters, controls, electronic control systems such as VSDs, automatic valves, flow, level, and pressure measurement devices, programmable logic controllers, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.

Participate in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location: Rye Meads Sewage Works - SG12 8JY.

Working Pattern: 38 hours per week, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm, plus standby rota with additional pay.

What you should bring:

• NVQ or C&G Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (essential)
• 18th Edition qualification (desirable, training available)
• Knowledge of health and safety policies
• Significant experience in electrical systems, preferably in an industrial environment
• Valid driving license

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £36,500 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications
• Company van after training
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension (up to 12%) with 2x employee contribution
• Annual medical assessments
• Benefits scheme offering discounts and wellbeing support

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is to deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities, and planet can thrive. We are committed to caring for water, which is vital for all living things, amidst challenges like extreme weather. Join us to make a difference.

Working at Thames Water

We value diversity and inclusion, aiming to create a supportive environment that reflects society. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and offer support throughout the recruitment process.