Mechanical Technician – Wastewater Plant Maintenance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £39,000

Standby rota & overtime opportunities

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement 24–28 days

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Pertemps Thames Water is recruiting a Mechanical Technician for the Crossness Sewage Treatment Works in London. You’ll maintain waste treatment equipment, using proactive and reactive maintenance to keep processes running safely and efficiently.

Role requires fault diagnosis, timely repairs, and practical mechanical knowledge. You’ll join a team focused on reliability, safety, and delivering essential services for the capital.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC in engineering.
• NVQ or C&G level 3 in Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues.
• Valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Investigate plant failures and perform repairs quickly to avoid interruptions to the process.
• Provide technical advice and training or support for technical trainees when required.
• Work on equipment including motors, gearboxes, conveyors, pumps, control gear and instrumentation.
• Complete statutory checks and comply with Health and Safety guidelines.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fault finding

Maintenance mindset

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ or C&G level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Pertemps Thames Water is recruiting a Mechanical Technician for the Crossness Sewage Treatment Works in London. You’ll maintain waste treatment equipment, using proactive and reactive maintenance to keep processes running safely and efficiently.

Role requires fault diagnosis, timely repairs, and practical mechanical knowledge. You’ll join a team focused on reliability, safety, and delivering essential services for the capital.