Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Pertemps; Farnham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join their Waste Operations team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a multi-discipline environment, focusing on scheduled and emergency maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with safety standards while performing operational activities and troubleshooting. With a competitive salary and additional earnings through standby and overtime, this position promises growth and development in a rewarding workplace. Join a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on the community and the environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical systems with a multi-skilled background.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues and valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs efficiently.

Skills

Diagnosing faults

Electrical systems maintenance

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Mechanical NVQ2/3

Tools

PLC systems

Control gear

Chemical handling equipment

Job description

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our Waste Operations team at Farnham STW.

The successful candidate will work in a multi-discipline team, responsible for scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment, ensuring compliance with company procedures to minimize plant breakdowns.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to Thames Water by performing operational activities, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting to meet service standards. It includes planned and preventative maintenance to support plant operations.

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

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs efficiently to prevent process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults during incidents.
• Provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and support or train technical trainees if needed.
• Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, control gear, VSDs, valves, measurement devices, PLCs, drives, and chemical handling equipment, including statutory checks.
• Ensure safety and compliance with health and safety procedures.
• Be open to training on water treatment processes.

Base Location:

Farnham STW – Monkton Lane, GU9 9ND.

Working Pattern:

38 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30-15:36, with standby rota payments and overtime opportunities which can increase earnings.

Compensation:

£8,000-£10,000 per annum post-training, PPE, tools, fuel card, and provisional company van.

What you should bring to the role

• Time-served apprentice or significant experience in electrical systems, with a background in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Qualifications such as ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering, with mechanical NVQ2/3 and 18th Edition.
• Mechanical upskilling for inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing faults, and repairing plant equipment safely.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Valid driving license.

We are looking for you to

• Be self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
• Respond quickly to faults, diagnose problems thoroughly, and resolve them efficiently.
• Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be willing to undergo safety training.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £39,000, with potential for an additional £8,000-£10,000 through standby and overtime.
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme up to 12%.
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits scheme and offers for well-being.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. Our mission is to build a better future for all by supporting communities, people, and the planet. 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 growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Join us to make a difference in millions of lives while protecting water resources for future generations.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, removing barriers to success, and supporting applicants throughout the recruitment process. As a team member, you may also have opportunities to support our customers directly, with full training provided.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volumes, we may close the vacancy early, so apply promptly.