Metering Network Electrical Technician

Thames Water; Ashford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK is seeking a Metering Network Electrical Technician to join their clean water team. This role involves ensuring the reliability of metering systems and carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance. Ideal candidates are experienced in electrical systems and must hold a full UK driver's licence. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including annual leave and pension contributions, making it a great opportunity for motivated individuals.

Benefits

Competitive salary

24 days of annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Personal Medical Assessments

Performance-related pay plan

Generous maternity/paternity leave

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driver's licence.
• Electric instrumentation experience is crucial.
• Experience in the electrical trade is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on metering equipment.
• Diagnose faults and underground failures using technical systems.
• Work alongside skilled field teams to tackle pressure challenges.

Skills

Electrical systems experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

SCADA systems knowledge

Education

Electrical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

City and Guilds or equivalent in electrical/electronic engineering

Job description

About the Role

We have a great opportunity for a Metering Network Electrical Technician to join our clean water team.

As the successful candidate, you will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our district and zonal metering systems in the London area. You’ll take ownership of the maintenance and repair of critical pressure points, using your technical expertise and diagnostic skills to keep our reporting systems operating at their best.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a self-motivated individual who enjoys variety and thrives on making a difference every day. If you have a passion for technical work and want to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing as the Metering Network Electrical Technician

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on metering equipment and pressure points.
• Use advanced planning and technical systems to diagnose faults and underground failures.
• Make impactful technical decisions, considering both the network and our valued customers.
• Work alongside skilled field teams and control centres to tackle complex flow and pressure challenges.
• Maintain vital equipment stocks to ensure seamless customer service.

Base Location: Walton-on-Thames – KT12 2EG

Working Pattern 38 Hours Monday‑Friday 7:30 am – 15:30pm plus Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase your earning potential upon completion of essential company training

Due to the nature of this role you must hold a full UK drivers Licence

What you should bring to the role

• A time served apprentice with significant experience of electrical systems working in a “true multi‑skilled” capacity. Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, BTEC or C&G level 3 in electrical/electronic engineering is crucial.
• We are looking for someone who having completed a craft apprenticeship, has electrical instrumentation experience and ideally should be at least City and Guilds or equivalent qualified in this area. Previous experience in a similar role will be highly advantageous.
• Previous experience within the electrical trade would be highly advantageous, in particular with any instrument programming knowledge.
• You will be driven, self‑motivated and with excellent organisational skills and must have a strong awareness of compliance and health and safety.
• Working with SCADA systems and programming of equipment is required as is the ability to learn bespoke packages. You will have demonstrable experience of being reliable, trustworthy and hard working with a proactive approach to your daily tasks. You will be confident communicating with internal colleagues as well as the general public.
• A full and clean UK driving licence is essential. Due to the nature of the role, ideally with knowledge of the Road Traffic Management Act (NRSWA), although full training regarding this can be provided.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary £40,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 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.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay!
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Who are we?

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.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

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.