Mechanical & Electrical Technician

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Terling; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £45,000 per/£

Overtime opportunities

Standby rota payments

Generous Pension Scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to inspect, maintain, fault-diagnose, test, install, modify and repair mechanical plant and associated electrical equipment at Riverside STW in Essex. The role is full-time and based on site, requiring safe, efficient work with minimal supervision to keep sites operational for customers.

The salary is up to £45,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience, with standby rota payments and overtime potential.

Qualifications

• Time-served with electrical systems in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Upskilled with a mechanical qualification to inspect, maintain, diagnose, test, install, modify or repair plant safely.
• Valid driving licence is essential; vehicle and tools provided.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, fault-diagnose, test, install, modify and repair mechanical plant and associated electrical equipment.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance to minimise plant breakdowns.
• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs to avoid process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and training support as required.
• Participate in standby rota after training.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Health & safety

Driving licence

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ in Electrical

C&G Level 3 Electrical

Mechanical NVQ2/3

Job description

About the Role

Reporting to the Riverside STW site within the wastewater division, the Mechanical & Electrical Technician will inspect, maintain, fault-diagnose, test, install, modify and repair mechanical plant alongside associated electrical equipment. Based in Essex, this full-time post suits someone who works safely and efficiently with minimal supervision, keeping sites operational for customers. A competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum is offered, dependent on skills and experience. Applicants should bring solid mechanical and electrical knowledge, diagnostic ability and a practical approach to maintenance. The position plays a direct part in reducing pollution and lessening environmental impact across the region. We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team in our wastewater Division, to be based out of our Riverside STW site.

Responsibilities

As the Mechanical & Electrical Technician you will be using your mechanical & electrical knowledge to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair as appropriate mechanical plant and associated electrical equipment, in a safe, efficient, timely and effective manner with minimum supervision allowing us to ensure that all of our sites remain operational for the benefits of our customers. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, and you will be actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites. Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on mechanical and electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdowns. You will investigate plant failures and carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve investigating and diagnosing complex faults and carrying out repairs during incidents. You will be expected to provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training or support for technical trainees if required.

Examples of equipment that you will be working on will be various pumps and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as VSDs, automatic valves and penstocks, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, and chemical handling and dosing equipment. Participate in a standby rota following the relevant training.

Location & Working Hours

• Base Location: Riverside STW – RM12 8QS
• Working Pattern: 38 hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm
• All PPE, tools, plus the provision of a Van when on duty and on call.

Requirements

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• 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 is crucial.
• You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a “true multi-skilled” capacity.
• Ideally, you will have been upskilled with a mechanical qualification to allow inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosis, testing, installing, modifying or repairing 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 the successful completion of the appropriate training.
• A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as the vehicle and tools, is provided.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

About Us

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come. Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.