Mechanical Technician

Thames Water; Wargrave; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Technician to join their Maintenance team. This exciting role involves ensuring the safe and efficient operation of equipment at a sewage treatment facility, making a significant contribution to environmental sustainability. You will work with a variety of machinery, including motors, pumps, and PLCs, and be part of a proactive team dedicated to maintaining high operational standards. With opportunities for overtime and additional earnings, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Annual personal medical assessments

Tools and PPE provided

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical and electrical systems with a focus on maintenance.
• Ability to diagnose and repair complex faults in machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on treatment works equipment.
• Investigate and resolve plant failures to prevent process interruptions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Systems

Health and Safety Standards

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC

Conveyors

Pumps

Chemical Dosing Equipment

Job description

About the role:
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join our Maintenance team at Wargrave Sewage Treatment Works (STW). Your role will be to ensure that all equipment at our waste treatment works operates safely and efficiently through proactive and reactive maintenance methods, helping to keep the site running smoothly.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, actively contributing to pollution reduction from our sites.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical Technician

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs promptly to prevent process interruptions, including diagnosing complex faults and managing repairs during incidents.
• Provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and support or train technical trainees as needed.
• Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, conveyors, centrifuges, pumps, control gear, VSDs, valves, measurement instruments, PLCs, drives, and chemical dosing equipment.
• Complete statutory checks as required.
• Always adhere to health and safety guidelines and procedures.

What you should bring to the role

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• A valid driving license.
• Experience in electrical systems, ideally with an 18th Edition qualification (not essential).
• Physical fitness for working in confined spaces, with appropriate training.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Experience as a time-served apprentice with a multi-skilled capacity.
• Willingness to participate in a 24/7 standby rota after training, with additional pay.

Base Location

Wargrave - RG10 8DJ

Working Pattern

38 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, with standby and overtime opportunities, potentially increasing earnings by £8,000-£10,000 annually after training.

All PPE, tools, van, and fuel card are provided.

We are looking for you to

• Be self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
• Respond quickly to faults, understand problems thoroughly, and resolve them efficiently.
• Possess excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Be proactive in suggesting improvements and communicating effectively.
• Be willing to undergo safety training and adhere to safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary up to £36,840 per year, depending on experience.
• Potential additional earnings of £8,000-£10,000 through standby and overtime after training.
• Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% combined contribution).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits and well-being offers through our benefits hub.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. Our goal is to build a better future for all by helping our customers, communities, and the environment to thrive. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse workplace with opportunities for rapid career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. We value inclusivity and support applications from everyone, providing assistance throughout the recruitment process.

During crises, we rally together to support our customers. Join us as an ambassador, with full training provided, to gain experience, meet colleagues, and earn extra income.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volume, the advert may close early. We encourage prompt applications.