Mechanical Technician – Plant Maintenance & Troubleshooting

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standby rota payments

Overtime opportunities

Pension – Defined Contribution

Personal Medical Assessments

Wide benefits and discounts

Job summary

Mechanical Technician role at Thames Water, based at Crossness / Abbey Wood in London. You will maintain waste treatment equipment, perform proactive and reactive maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency across the site.

The role offers a 38-hour week (Mon-Fri, 7:30-3:36) with standby and overtime options, and it includes benefits such as a contributory pension and health assessments.

Qualifications

• Health and safety awareness is essential.
• Ability to diagnose faults and perform repair work.
• Physical fitness for working in confined spaces and on site.
• Lateral thinking and problem solving for mechanical issues.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs quickly to avoid process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and training support as needed.
• Work on equipment such as motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, control gear, valves, and dosing equipment.
• Carry out required statutory checks.
• Work safely and comply with Health and Safety guidance and procedures.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering; NVQ or C&G level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Technician role at Thames Water, based at Crossness / Abbey Wood in London. You will maintain waste treatment equipment, perform proactive and reactive maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency across the site.

The role offers a 38-hour week (Mon-Fri, 7:30-3:36) with standby and overtime options, and it includes benefits such as a contributory pension and health assessments.