Technician - Dual Skilled

idibu; Witney; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater company in Witney is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to maintain and repair plant equipment. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in electrical systems, a qualification in electrical engineering, and excellent problem-solving skills. Competitive salary up to £45,000 with opportunities for additional earnings through standby and overtime. Join us to make a positive environmental impact and enjoy diverse benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Annual leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Family leave

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical systems in a multi-skilled capacity.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical plant equipment.
• Physically fit to work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance work on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate and repair plant failures quickly and efficiently.
• Provide technical advice and support to trainees.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Technical advice

Health and safety awareness

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

ONC/HNC in engineering

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Upskill in mechanical NVQ2/3

Tools

Mechanical and electrical equipment

Job description

Overview

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our Waste Water Division, based at Witney Sewage Treatment Works, OX28 5JH.

As a successful candidate, you will use your mechanical & electrical knowledge and experience to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical plant and associated electrical equipment in a safe, efficient, timely and effective manner with minimum supervision, ensuring that all sites remain operational for our customers.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites.

What you’ll be doing as the Mechanical & Electrical Technician

• Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on mechanical and electrical equipment in compliance with company procedures to minimise plant breakdowns.
• Investigating plant failures and carrying out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process. This may involve diagnosing complex faults and carrying out repairs during incidents.
• Providing technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and providing training or support for technical trainees if required.
• Working on equipment such as pumps and control gear, 3‑phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems (e.g., VSDs), automatic valves and penstocks, flow, level and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives and controls, chemical handling and dosing equipment.
• Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location

Witney - OX28 5JH

Working Pattern

38 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:30 – 15:36. Standby and overtime opportunities can increase earnings by a potential £8,000–£10,000.

Qualifications and Experience

All PPE and tools are provided. You must have previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G Level 3 in Electrical Engineering with an upskill in mechanical NVQ2/3 is crucial.

What you should bring to the role

• You should be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a true multi-skilled capacity.
• Ideally, you will have upskilled with a mechanical qualification to inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair mechanical and electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• For individuals with mechanical or electrical experience only, we will look to develop the right people to dual-skilled status.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
• The role requires physical fitness, as you may work in confined spaces with the completion of appropriate training.
• A valid driving license is essential; all necessary equipment such as the vehicle and tools are provided.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase earnings by up to £8,000–£10,000 per annum after essential company training.
• Performance-related pay plan linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution, maximum 12% with 2x employee contribution.
• Annual leave: 24 days per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Generous paternity leave, including 4 weeks paid and optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced maternity leave: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Access to benefits promoting health, wellbeing and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving more than 16 million customers. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. We’re looking for passionate, skilled people committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work where every day you can make a difference. You’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re seeking a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives, we’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Why choose us? Learn more.

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 adjustments, let us know—we’re here to help and support.

Disclaimer: due to high application volumes we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so apply soon to avoid disappointment.