Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Jersey Electricity Plc; Slough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Slough is seeking a Mechanical and Electrical Technician to ensure equipment at the sewage treatment works operates safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have an electrical apprenticeship and experience in both mechanical and electrical systems. Competitive salary up to £45,000 with additional standby and overtime earnings. Role includes significant responsibilities in maintenance and repair. Flexible and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Standby rota and overtime payments

24 days holiday, increasing to 28

Contributory pension scheme

Annual personal medical assessments

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical systems
• Mechanical qualification for plant equipment
• Valid driving license

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical engineering

Health and safety awareness

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC, NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

About the role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical and Electrical Technician to join our team at Slough Sewage Treatment Works, SL1 9EB.

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, participate in minor installation projects, electrical fault finding, and emergency breakdown repairs to ensure our plant operates 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 efficiently to avoid process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults and repairs during incidents.
3. Providing technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and supporting technical trainees if required.
4. Working on equipment such as pumps, control gear, 3-phase motors, starters, electronic control systems like VSDs, automatic valves, flow, level and pressure measurement devices, PLCs, variable speed drives, chemical handling and dosing equipment.
5. Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location: Slough – SL1 9EB

Working Pattern: 38 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, plus standby and overtime opportunities, increasing earnings by up to £10,000 annually.

All PPE and tools are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Significant experience in electrical systems, ideally as a time-served apprentice, with a multi-skilled capacity.
• Electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering, with upskill qualification in mechanical NVQ2/3.
• Mechanical qualification to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify, or repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Willingness to develop dual-skilled capabilities if currently specialized in either mechanical or electrical work.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Physical fitness for work in confined spaces, with training provided.
• A valid driving license; all necessary equipment provided.

We are looking for you to

• Be self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive with a can-do attitude.
• Respond quickly to faults, understand problems thoroughly, and resolve them efficiently.
• Communicate effectively and work well within a team.
• Take initiative on site improvements and safety procedures.
• Be committed to health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £45,000, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments and overtime can increase earnings by £8,000-£10,000 annually.
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme, up to 12% employer contribution.
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits scheme and wellbeing offers.

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re Thames Water, the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all, focusing on sustainability, community, and innovation.

Why work with us?

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment with career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We value diversity and inclusion, supporting all applicants through the recruitment process.

Join us and help make a difference. Apply soon, as the job advert may close early due to high application volume.