Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Pertemps; Camberley; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical and Electrical Technician to join their dynamic team in Camberley. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment at a sewage treatment works. Your expertise will be vital in performing proactive and reactive maintenance, diagnosing faults, and providing technical support to trainees. With a competitive salary and opportunities for overtime, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact while working in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a company committed to sustainability and excellence in water management.

Benefits

24 Days Holiday

Contributory Pension (up to 12%)

Medical Assessments

Benefits Scheme

All PPE and Tools Provided

Standby Rota Payments

Overtime Opportunities

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues is crucial for this role.
• Physical fitness required for working in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled planned maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate plant failures and carry out efficient repairs.
• Provide technical advice and support to trainees as needed.

Skills

Electrical Systems

Mechanical Engineering

Fault Diagnosis

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

ONC/HNC in Engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical NVQ2/3

Tools

PLC Systems

Variable Speed Drives

Measurement Devices

Control Gear

3-Phase Motors

Job description

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical and Electrical Technician to join our team at our Camberley Sewage Treatment Works, GU15 3YL.

As the successful candidate, you will ensure that all equipment at our sewage treatment works is running safely and efficiently using proactive and reactive maintenance methods. You will inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair electrical and mechanical plant equipment.

Working within the maintenance team, you will follow robust planned maintenance, engage in minor installation projects, electrical fault finding, and emergency breakdown repairs to ensure continuous plant operation.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical & Electrical Technician

1. Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on mechanical and electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdowns.
2. Investigating plant failures and carrying out repairs efficiently to prevent process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults and performing repairs during incidents.
3. Providing technical advice, referencing up-to-date technical knowledge, and supporting or training technical trainees as needed.
4. Working on equipment such as pumps, control gear, 3-phase motors, starters, controls, electronic control systems like VSDs, automatic valves, penstocks, measurement devices, PLCs, variable speed drives, chemical handling, and dosing equipment.
5. Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location:

Camberley STW - GU15 3YL.

Working Pattern:

38 Hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm. Plus standby & overtime opportunities, increasing earnings by up to £8,000 - £10,000.

All PPE and tools are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering, with upskill qualification in mechanical NVQ2/3.
• Mechanical upskilling is preferred to allow inspection, maintenance, fault diagnosis, testing, installation, modification, or repair of mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• If experienced in only mechanical or electrical work, we aim to develop dual-skilled capabilities.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues is crucial.
• Physical fitness is required, including training for working in confined spaces.
• A valid driving license; all necessary equipment provided.

We are looking for you to

• Be self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and possess a can-do attitude.
• Respond quickly to faults, understand problems thoroughly, and resolve them effectively.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be a team player, proactive in suggesting improvements, and safety-conscious.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & overtime can increase earnings by up to £8,000-£10,000 annually.
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension (up to 12%), medical assessments, and benefits scheme.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers, committed to building a better future for all. We seek passionate, skilled individuals to help us achieve our goals.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse workplace with opportunities for career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Join us to make a difference and help protect water resources for future generations.

We promote diversity and inclusion, offering support throughout the recruitment process. We also provide opportunities to support customers directly as part of our team, with full training provided.

Note: Due to high application volumes, the vacancy may close early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.