Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Thames Water; Esher; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water and wastewater services is looking for an Electrical and Mechanical Technician to perform maintenance activities on sewage pumping stations in Esher. The role requires relevant engineering qualifications and offers a base salary of up to £39,000 plus benefits, including additional payments for standby duties.

Benefits

24 days holiday + bank holidays

Defined contribution pension

Personal medical assessments yearly

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems.
• Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on sewage pumping stations.
• Respond to emergency alarms.
• Participate in out-of-hours standby rota.

Skills

Electrical systems

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a career-minded individual to join our Esher team as an Electrical and Mechanical Technician. Your role will be to perform a range of assigned front-line maintenance/operational activities on our sewage pumping stations in the Esher Surrey area.

This will include planned and preventative maintenance of sewage pumping stations to support the operation of our assets.

On a day-to-day basis, you will receive your “workload” and will also be answering emergency alarms. You will be working as part of a team but may also be alone, which highlights the importance of our high health and safety standards.

The role also requires you to take part in a 1 week in every 6 weeks out-of-hours emergency standby rota, for which you receive additional payments.

Base Location - Esher - Surrey - KT10 8AU.

38 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am -3:36 pm.

What you should bring to the role as a Mechanical & Electrical Technician

• 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 is crucial.
• Experience in maintaining, testing, installing and fault diagnosis on electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
• The work requires you to work in confined spaces with the successful completion of appropriate training.
• A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as vehicles and tools, are provided.

We are looking for you to

• Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse oneself in the team around, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding, too.
• Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to understand the problem fully, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same.
• Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering base salary up to £39,000 per annum plus a standby & overtime opportunity, increasing earning potential by £8,000 - £10,000.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% with 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

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, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. We seek passionate, skilled people committed to making a difference and helping us reach our goals.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse work environment where every day you can make a difference. Enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working, and excellent benefits.

Whether in call centres, science labs, or field roles, we look for passionate individuals eager to improve and contribute.

If you want a sustainable career making a daily impact, join us to help protect water resources for future generations. We support you every step of the way.

Our goal is to be a great, diverse, and inclusive employer. We welcome all applications and offer support throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove barriers to success—if you need assistance, we’re here to help.

In a crisis, we rally to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you can opt to support frontline customer service as an ambassador. Full training provided. It’s a rewarding way to learn more about our business and colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volume, we may close the advert early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.