Mechanical Technician

Pertemps; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water and wastewater sector is seeking a Mechanical Technician to support operations at Chertsey Sewage Treatment Works. Key responsibilities include maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical equipment within a team-oriented environment. The role offers a competitive salary, holiday benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service

Contributory pension up to 12%

Annual Personal Medical Assessments

Benefits scheme with offers and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship with significant mechanical systems experience.
• Experience in inspection and maintenance of mechanical plant equipment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and repair plant failures to ensure continuous operation.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on mechanical equipment as per company standards.
• Provide technical advice and training for technical trainees.

Skills

Mechanical systems maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Health and safety knowledge

Education

NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Upskill qualification in mechanical NVQ2/3

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Technician to join our waste team at Chertsey STW.

A Mechanical Technician is required to support the Process Technicians in ensuring the overall operations of Chertsey Sewage Treatment Works. You will need to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify, or repair mechanical plant equipment, alongside supporting plant operation.

Working within the team, you will follow a robust maintenance plan, participate in installation projects, mechanical fault finding, project commissioning, and emergency breakdown repairs to ensure continuous plant operation.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical Technician

1. Investigate plant failures and carry out repairs efficiently to avoid process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults during incidents.
2. Perform scheduled maintenance on mechanical equipment following company standards and procedures.
3. Provide technical advice and support to the team, including training for technical trainees if required.
4. Maintain equipment such as pumps, control gear, valves, flow, level, and pressure measurement devices, pipework, and chemical handling equipment.

Base Location: Chertsey STW - KT16 0AR.

Hours: 38 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am - 3:36 pm, plus standby rota with additional pay.

All PPE, tools, and a van are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Time-served apprenticeship with significant experience in mechanical systems, NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering, and an upskill qualification in mechanical NVQ2/3.
• Experience inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosing, testing, installing, modifying, or repairing mechanical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Participation in a 24/7 standby rota after training.
• A Full UK driving licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £39,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension up to 12% (employee contribution included).
• Annual Personal Medical Assessments.
• Benefits scheme with offers and wellbeing support.

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 by helping our communities, people, and the planet thrive.

Join us to enjoy career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits in a diverse and inclusive environment. We support applications from everyone and provide additional support during recruitment.

In emergencies, support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador, with full training provided. This is an opportunity to learn more about our business and colleagues.

Note: Due to high application volume, we may close the advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.