Job title: Mechanical & Electrical Technician
Ref: 39224
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Esher - Surrey - KT10 8AU
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Hours: 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30am – 3:36pm
Salary: Offering base salary up to £39,000 per annum plus standby & overtime opportunity increasing earning by potential £8,000 - £10,000.
Job grade: A
Closing date: 25/12/2024
We have an exciting opportunity for a career-minded individual to join our Esher team as an Electrical and Mechanical Technician. Your role will be to perform a range of assigned front-line maintenance/operational activities on our sewage pumping stations in the Esher Surrey area.
This will include planned and preventative maintenance of sewage pumping stations to support the operation of our assets.
On a day-to-day basis, you will receive your workload and will also be answering emergency alarms. You will be working as part of a team but may also be alone, which highlights the importance of our high health and safety standards.
The role also requires you to take part in a 1 week in every 6 weeks out of hours emergency standby rota, for which you receive additional payments.
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.
* Previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship.
* ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering is crucial.
* Experience in maintaining, testing, installing, and fault diagnosis on electrical plant equipment safely and efficiently.
* Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
* The work requires you to work in confined spaces with the successful completion of appropriate training.
* A valid driving licence is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as vehicles and tools, are provided.
We are looking for you to:
* Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them.
* Take ownership of responding quickly to faults and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
* Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to interact with the team.
* Be proactive and take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site.
* Be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
What’s in it for you?
* Offering base salary up to £39,000 per annum plus standby & overtime opportunity, increasing earning by a potential £8,000 - £10,000.
* 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 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.
* 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.
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits.
Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
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.
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