Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Pertemps; Croydon; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading water and wastewater company as a Mechanical and Electrical Technician, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of essential equipment across Southwest London. This role involves proactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and installation projects, contributing to the reliability of vital water services. With a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, this position offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic and supportive environment. Be part of a team that values innovation, safety, and excellence in service delivery.

Benefits

24 days holiday, increasing with service

Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%)

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to a benefits scheme

Standby rota payments

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience with mechanical and electrical systems.
• Previous electrical apprenticeship or relevant engineering qualification.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate and repair plant failures efficiently.
• Provide technical advice and support training for trainees.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

Electrical systems maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Tools

Pumps

Electronic control systems (VSDs)

PLC systems

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical and Electrical Technician. The successful candidate will work at sites across Southwest London, based at Waddon Water Treatment Works in Croydon. The area covers water treatment works, boreholes, reservoirs, water towers, and pumping stations across SW London, ranging from Epsom to Battersea and Addington. The standby rota covers the whole of South and Southeast London.

If successful, you will ensure that all equipment at our sites 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, get involved in minor installation projects, electrical fault finding, and emergency breakdown repairs to ensure our plant operates all year round.

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 quickly and efficiently to avoid process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults during incidents.
3. Providing technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and supporting training for technical trainees if required.
4. Working on equipment such as pumps, control gear, 3-phase motors, starters, controls, electronic control systems like VSDs, automatic valves, flow, level and pressure measurement, PLCs, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.
5. Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location: Waddon - CR0 4HY

Working Pattern: 38 Hours, Monday-Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, plus standby & overtime opportunities

All PPE, tools, and the company van are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Significant experience working on mechanical plant and electrical systems, including pumps, actuated valves, and electronic control systems such as VSDs.
• 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.
• Experience in inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosis, testing, installing, modifying, or repairing mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues.
• Physical fitness, as work involves working in chambers with restricted access.
• A valid driving licence; all necessary equipment such as a vehicle and tools are 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 identify effective solutions on the first attempt.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work well in a team, sharing common goals.
• Be proactive in suggesting improvements and communicating effectively.
• Be willing to undergo safety training.
• Have knowledge of health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities to increase earnings after training.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to a benefits scheme with offers to support wellbeing.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all by helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet thrive. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse workplace with opportunities for career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We welcome applications from everyone and provide support throughout the recruitment process.

In crises, we rally to support our customers. Join us as an ambassador, with full training provided, to gain rewarding experience, meet colleagues, and earn extra income.

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