Mechanical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited seeks a Mechanical Technician to join their Asset Operations team in Reading. You will ensure maintenance of mechanical equipment, contributing to environmental sustainability and advanced operational capabilities. This role offers competitive pay with potential earnings boosted by overtime, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Standby rota payments

Overtime opportunities

Company van and fuel card

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension

Personal medical assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with relevant mechanical qualifications.
• Experience in industrial plant maintenance or similar fields beneficial.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices required.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular maintenance on mechanical equipment to support cleanliness and prevent breakdowns.
• Assist in pump and chain inspections, and manage parts and equipment inventory.
• Provide accurate records of maintenance activities and hold a team-oriented approach.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

NVQ or C&G level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job title Mechanical Technician Ref 41414 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Reading STW - RG2 0RP Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 38 Hours per week, Monday- Friday, 7:30 am – 15:36pm, plus standby & overtime opportunity increasing earning by potential £8-£10k Salary Offering a salary up to £37,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience Job grade A Closing date 21/07/2025

We are currently seeking Mechanical Engineers to support our plan preventative maintenance teams based in Reading Sewage Treatment Works, RG2 0RP.

As the successful candidates, you will be working within a multi-disciplined team and will be responsible for carrying out scheduled, basic mechanical unscheduled maintenance work on mechanical equipment in compliance with Thames Water procedures to minimise plant breakdowns.

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.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical Technician

• The role will include involvement in the site's equipment lubrication and oil monitoring plan, ensuring equipment’s oil and grease levels are monitored and maintained.
• You will be expected to provide assistance in the site's pump lifting & chain inspection programme, whereby you help lift various pumps from their location, check them and record details of the chains that hold them in place.
• Examples of equipment that you will be working on will be motors, gearboxes, various pumps and associated control gears.
• The role will develop into the central point of contact for the site's parts and equipment ordering and inventory management process.

Base Location: Reading Sewage Treatment Works RG2 0RP

Working Pattern: 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby & overtime opportunity increasing earnings by a potential £8-£10k

Van and fuel card (company use only), PPE and tools are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Ideally, you should be a time-served apprentice with an NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering or a related mechanical/electrical qualification.
• Experience working on related in an industry store's department or a similar store/parts department with skills transferrable from another sector would be beneficial.EG motor industry, HGV or PSV maintenance or Civil engineering maintenance.
• Experience working on large industrial plant equipment, including various pumps within the utilities industry, would be beneficial. Would suit a mechanical maintenance/service engineer or mechanic from any industry.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are essential.
• The work will require you to work in confined spaces and often physically demanding role.
• A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as tools, is provided.

We are looking for you to

• Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding too.
• Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same.
• Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £37,000 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.
• Company van and fuel card (company use only), PPE and tools are provided.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

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 fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, 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.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process . Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, 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.