Generator Field Service Engineer

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Banbury, Isleworth, Crawley, Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Generator Field Service Engineer to join their waste treatment team. In this role, you'll maintain and optimize CHP spark ignition biogas engines across various sites. You'll perform both planned and unplanned maintenance, ensuring efficient operations while collaborating with support staff. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a contributory pension scheme and holiday entitlement. If you're passionate about engine maintenance and want to contribute to a sustainable future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Overtime at premium rates

PPE, tools, and company van provided

Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days

Contributory pension scheme up to 12%

Annual medical assessments

Access to benefits hub for discounts

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance and operation of internal combustion engines.
• Ability to perform diagnostics and collaborate with support staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on CHP generators in a designated region.
• Maintain service records and prioritize health and safety.

Skills

Knowledge of internal combustion engines

Diagnostics on engines and systems

Experience with ComAp, DIA.NE, TEM Evo

Good communication skills

Hands-on experience with CHP systems

Education

NVQ/C&G or engine manufacturer’s mechanical qualification

Electrical qualifications

Tools

PPE

Company van

Job description

Banbury - OX16 4RZ, Crawley - RH10 3NW, Deephams - Enfield, North London - N9 0BA, Mogden - Isleworth - TW7 7LW, Swindon - SN2 2DJ

This vacancy is now closed.

Job Title: Generator Field Service Engineer

Ref: 37912

Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location: Multiple locations including Banbury, Crawley, Enfield, Isleworth, Swindon

Contract Type: Permanent

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus standby rota with additional pay

Salary: Up to £54,000 per annum, depending on experience

Closing Date: 30/04/2025

Role Overview

Join our waste treatment team as a Generator Field Service Engineer. Your role involves maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and optimizing the performance of a fleet of CHP spark ignition biogas engines across Thames Water sites.

Location Flexibility

The role is geographically based within the Thames Valley and London area, with base locations depending on your residence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform planned and unplanned maintenance on CHP generators within a designated region.
2. Collaborate with support staff and suppliers to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective maintenance.
3. Maintain accurate service records and reports.
4. Identify parts, lubricants, and waste for orders.
5. Prioritize health, safety, and well-being in all tasks.
6. Share skills and knowledge with team members through training.

Candidate Requirements

• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines.
• Ability to perform diagnostics on engines and systems.
• Experience with engine/generator controls such as ComAp, DIA.NE, and TEM Evo.
• High-quality work ethic, capable of working independently or in a team.
• NVQ/C&G or engine manufacturer’s mechanical qualification preferred.
• Electrical qualifications are an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with internal combustion engines.
• Desirable: experience with bio/AD gas engines and CHP systems.
• Good communication skills.
• Valid UK driving license.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £54,000.
• Overtime at premium rates.
• PPE, tools, and company van provided.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days, increasing with service.
• Contributory pension scheme up to 12%.
• Annual medical assessments.
• Access to benefits hub for discounts and well-being support.

About Thames Water

As the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, we serve over 16 million customers daily. We are committed to building a sustainable future and offer diverse, rewarding careers with growth opportunities, flexible working, and comprehensive benefits.

Inclusivity and Support

We promote diversity and inclusion, providing support throughout the application process. We also offer opportunities to support our customers directly through ambassador roles, with full training provided.

Note

Applications may close early due to high volume. We encourage early application to avoid missing out.