Multi-Skilled Mechanical & Electrical Technician – Water Ops

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £45,000 pa

Defined Contribution pension 12%+2x

Annual leave 24–28 days + bankHolidays

Job summary

Thames Water is recruiting a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team at Fobney Water Treatment Works in Reading. You will inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical and electrical plant to keep our sites running for customers.

You’ll work on pumps, 3-phase motors, control gear, VSDs and PLCs, following safety procedures and company standards. A time-served electrical apprenticeship and relevant qualifications are essential, with upskilling in

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship with significant electrical experience in a multi-skilled role.
• Experience inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing faults in electrical/mechanical plant.
• Valid driving license and ability to work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled planned maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate faults and carry out quick repairs to avoid process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and support for trainees as required.
• Participate in standby rota after training.

Skills

Multiskilled engineer

Electrical systems

Mechanical maintenance

Health and safety awareness

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ

C&G Level 3 Electrical

Tools

Pumps and control gear

VSDs

PLC control

Job description

Thames Water is recruiting a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team at Fobney Water Treatment Works in Reading. You will inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical and electrical plant to keep our sites running for customers.

You’ll work on pumps, 3-phase motors, control gear, VSDs and PLCs, following safety procedures and company standards. A time-served electrical apprenticeship and relevant qualifications are essential, with upskilling in