Mechanical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; East Ham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work

Life assurance

Job summary

Thames Water Ltd is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our Beckton Sewage Treatment Works maintenance team. You’ll ensure equipment is safe to use and running efficiently using proactive and reactive maintenance methods, helping to keep the site operational.

Working 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, with standby and overtime opportunities that can increase earnings by £8,000–£10,000 after completing essential training. PPE and tools provided onsite.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC in engineering or equivalent.
• NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering preferred.
• Good knowledge of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant faults and perform repairs to minimise downtime.
• Provide technical advice and training support for trainees.
• Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, pumps and control gear.
• Complete statutory checks and uphold safety procedures.

Skills

ONC/HNC engineering

NVQ or C&G L3

Health & Safety awareness

Driving licence

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

Job title Mechanical Technician Ref 41129 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Beckton - IG11 0AD Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm Salary Offering up to £39,000 per annum depending on your level of experience plus 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 Job grade A Closing date 18/11/2026

We have an excellent opportunity for aMechanical Technician to join our Maintenance team at our Beckton Sewage Treatment Works (STW). As the successful candidate, your role will be to ensure that all equipment at our waste treatment works is safe to use and running efficiently, using proactive and reactive maintenance methods. To assist in keeping such a site running.

There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical Technician

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve investigating and diagnosing complex faults and performing 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 include motors, gearboxes, screw /chain conveyors & centrifuges, various pumps, and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters, automatic valves, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable, chemical handling, and dosing equipment.
• Completing statutory checks as required.
• Always working safely and complying with all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.

Base Location: Beckton STW

Working Pattern: 38 Hours Monday- Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm. Plus standby & overtime opportunity, increasing earnings by a potential £8,000 - £10,000. Upon completion of essential company training.

Equipment: All PPE and tools are provided.

What you should bring to the role

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

• ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering qualification in Mechanical Engineering is crucial.
• 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.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £39,000 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.
• 24 days' holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with 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.

Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)

Who are we?

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 provided 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.