Mechanical Technician – Wastewater Plant

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £39,000 per 年

Standby rota payments & overtime

Performance-related pay

Holiday entitlement 24 days increasing

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join the Beckton Sewage Treatment Works Maintenance team. You will inspect, diagnose and repair plant equipment, ensuring safety and reliability of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, valves and control gear.

In this role you will follow health and safety procedures, perform statutory checks, and provide guidance to trainees. A driving licence is essential and the position offers a competitive salary with standby and overtime

Qualifications

• Health and safety awareness is essential for working in a treatment environment.
• An appropriate mechanical engineering qualification is required (ONC/HNC, NVQ or C&G Level 3).
• A valid driving licence is essential as site travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs quickly to avoid process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and training or support for technical trainees.
• Work on equipment including motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, and control gear.
• Complete statutory checks as required.
• Always work safely and follow Health and Safety guidance.
• Possess the physical fitness for confined spaces and required training.
• Drive as needed; vehicle and tools provided by the company.

Skills

Health and safety awareness

Driving licence

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ

C&G Level 3 in mechanical engineering

Job description

Thames Water Utilities Limited is seeking a Mechanical Technician to join the Beckton Sewage Treatment Works Maintenance team. You will inspect, diagnose and repair plant equipment, ensuring safety and reliability of pumps, conveyors, gearboxes, valves and control gear.

In this role you will follow health and safety procedures, perform statutory checks, and provide guidance to trainees. A driving licence is essential and the position offers a competitive salary with standby and overtime