Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Shalford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK water services provider seeks a Mechanical & Electrical Technician based at Shalford Water Treatment Works. The role involves maintenance and repairs of plant equipment to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates should have significant experience in electrical systems and a valid driving licence. This position offers a competitive salary up to £45,000, with opportunities for earnings through standby and overtime. Additional benefits include a contributory pension and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Contributory pension scheme

Standby and overtime opportunities

Annual leave increasing with service

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical systems in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently on electrical and mechanical plant equipment.
• Valid driving licence essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Diagnose complex faults and execute repairs efficiently.
• Support and train technical trainees as necessary.

Skills

Multi-skilled in electrical and mechanical systems

Knowledge of health and safety

Physical fitness

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G level 3 in Electrical engineering

Upskill in mechanical NVQ2/3

Job description

Overview

Job title: Mechanical & Electrical Technician | Ref 42898
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Shalford - Guildford - GU4 8BW
Contract type: Permanent | Full-time (38 hours, Monday–Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm; plus standby & overtime opportunities)
Salary: Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience
Job grade: A
Closing date: 07/11/2025

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team in the clean water division, based at Shalford Water Treatment Works.

As a successful candidate, you will use your mechanical & electrical knowledge and experience to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical plant and associated electrical equipment in a safe, efficient, timely and effective manner with minimum supervision, ensuring our sites remain operational for the benefit of our customers.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdowns.
• Investigating plant failures and carrying out repairs quickly and efficiently to avoid interruptions to the process; this may involve diagnosing complex faults and completing repairs during incidents.
• Providing technical advice, referencing up-to-date knowledge, and training or supporting technical trainees if required.
• Working on equipment such as pumps and control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems (e.g., VSDs), automatic valves and penstocks, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.
• Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Location & Working Pattern

Base Location: Shalford WTW, GU4 8BW
Working Pattern: 38 hours, Monday–Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm. Plus standby & overtime opportunities, with potential earnings increase of £8,000–£10,000.

All PPE and tools are provided.

Qualifications

You must have previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in Electrical engineering, with an upskill in mechanical NVQ2/3 being crucial.

What to bring to the role

Essential criteria:

• You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a true multi-skilled capacity.
• Ideally, you will be upskilled with a mechanical qualification to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair 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 confined spaces with appropriate training.
• A valid driving licence is essential; all necessary equipment (vehicle and tools) is provided.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase earnings by up to £8,000–£10,000 per annum after essential training.
• Performance-related pay plan linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution, up to 12% (2x employee contribution).
• Annual leave: 24 days per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Generous paternity leave (4 weeks paid, plus optional 2 weeks unpaid).
• Enhanced maternity leave (26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay).
• Benefits for health, wellbeing and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling access, Cycle to Work, vouchers, and life assurance.

Thames Water is the UK's largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We are committed to building a better future for our customers, communities, people and the planet. We offer meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

We welcome applications from everyone and provide adjustments if needed during the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, please let us know—we are here to help and support.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volumes, we may close the advert earlier than the stated date. Please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.