Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Witney; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician in Witney. The role involves maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment, troubleshooting plant failures, and providing technical support. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and be time-served apprentices. The position offers a competitive salary up to £45,000 plus additional earning potential through standby and overtime. Join a diverse team committed to making a difference in the water sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Standby rota and overtime payments

Contributory pension

Annual leave increasing with length of service

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship.
• Time-served apprentice with experience in electrical systems.
• Ability to work in confined spaces after completion of training.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled planned maintenance on equipment.
• Investigate and repair plant failures promptly.
• Provide technical advice and training to trainees.

Skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical qualifications

Health and safety awareness

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G level 3 in Electrical engineering

Mechanically upskilled NVQ2/3

Job description

Overview

Job title: Mechanical & Electrical Technician Ref 42381
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Witney - OX28 5JH
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Hours: 38 hours, Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:36pm
Salary: Paying up to £45,000 depending on your level of experience, plus standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase the earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training
Job grade: A
Closing date: 30/09/2025

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team in our Waste Water Division to be based out of our Witney Sewage Treatment Works OX28 5JH.

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

• 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, chemical handling and dosing equipment.
• Participate in a standby rota following the relevant training.

Base Location

Witney - OX28 5JH

Working Pattern

38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm. Plus, standby & overtime opportunities increase earnings by a potential £8,000 - £10,000.

All PPE and tools

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 up skill in mechanical NVQ2/3 is crucial.

What you should bring to the role

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

• 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 license is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as the 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 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.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay!
• Access to 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.

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.

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. Why choose us? Learn more.

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.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.