Mechanical & Electrical Technician

THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED; Barking; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join their team at Beckton Sewage Treatment Works. You will be responsible for maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment, contributing to the company's environmental mission. This role offers a competitive salary and additional standby rota payments, along with excellent benefits including annual leave and a contributory pension plan. An essential driving licence is required, and training will be provided for the right candidates.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Standby rota payments

Tools and PPE provided

24 days annual leave, increasing to 28

Performance-related pay

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a true multi-skilled capacity.
• Experience in an electrical apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and diagnose mechanical and electrical failures.
• Carry out emergency maintenance work on equipment.
• Provide training or support for technical trainees.

Skills

Electrical systems expertise

Mechanical engineering skills

Health and safety awareness

Fault diagnosis and repair

Physical fitness

Education

ONC / HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team at Beckton Sewage Treatment Works.

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.

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

What you'll be doing as the Mechanical & 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.
• Participate in a standby rota following the relevant training.

Base Location : Beckton - IG11 0AD.

Working Pattern or hours : 38 Hours Monday-Friday 7 : 30- 15 : 36 plus the inclusion on a standby rota for which you will receive additional payment.

All PPE, Tools, plus the provision of a Van are provided with this role.

What should you bring to the role?

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you'll need are :

• 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 allow inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosing, testing installing, modifying or repairing mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• For individuals with mechanical or electrical experience only, we will look to develop the right people to dual-skilled status.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
• The work will require physical fitness, as you will work in restricted spaces with the successful completion of the appropriate training.
• A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as vehicles and tools, is provided.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on your level of 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.
• Tools and PPE.
• Annual Leave : 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - the company doubles up to 6% of the employee's contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments - Open to all once a year.
• Access to Physiotherapy treatment if you have a musculoskeletal complaint - whether work‑related or not.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well‑being, including WeCaree with access to a 24‑hour GP hotline.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

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.

Working at Thames Water

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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

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 of 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.

We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, 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.