Mobile Electrician (Thames Water) - Reading in Surbiton

Location: Reading and surrounding area

Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE plus Van and fuel card & OT & On Call Allowance.

Working hours: 7:00 16:00 or 8:00 17:00 Monday to Friday 40 Hours per week

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + BH, Flex Benefits (EMCOR UK discount scheme)

What you'll do:

• Able to demonstrate a proven track record with (post apprenticeship) experience of planned maintenance in a highly regulated environment.
• Isolates defective equipment from power supply, checks visually for faults, tests mechanical parts for faults, isolates the problem areas and takes corrective action to repair the problem.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on machines and equipment by checking for smooth operation and replacing worn and defective parts.
• The installation of electrical systems and associated equipment followed up with the appropriate certification.
• Willing to assist with works outside normal skill set as/if required.
• Working across multiple projects and minor works as requested.
• Assistance in the preparation of estimates/quotations as required.
• Taking an active part in the on-call system, which may require the applicant to become an authorised person (Electrical, Confined Space or Pressure Systems).
• Conform to safety rules and apply good engineering and safety practices.
• A good understanding of Low Voltage systems including Generation and UPS.
• Must be willing to undertake company training workshops and work to both EMCOR UK and Thames Water standards.
• The responsibility for allocated work orders from receipt to completion.
• Provision of information on progress of allocated work orders.
• Adherence to the Quality Management System applied to all M&E systems.
• Developing of relationships with all clients and work within a mobile team of field and static based staff.
• Ensuring continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Willing to work in secure and sensitive environments across the Thames Water estate.
• To behave consistently in line with EMCOR UK’s values.
• To comply with EMCOR UK’s Health, Safety and Wellbeing policies and procedures are always maintained.
• Ensure compliance to EMCOR UK RAMS and Thames Water Procedures.

About the role:

• Qualified to City & Guilds 2360 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ & C&G 2382 -10 18th Edition, minimum requirements.
• Ability to gain and maintain City & Guilds QS if/when required.
• C&G Inspection & Testing – Preferred or working towards.
• C&G Design & Verification – Preferred.
• Thames Water Passport – Gain and maintain.
• Authorised Person – Low Voltage and Confined Spaces – Desirable.
• Experience of installation, testing, and maintenance of LV distribution systems.
• Experience of standby power systems including prime movers and UPS.
• Experience of safe working practices and permit to work systems.
• Demonstrable skills in dealing and working closely with internal and external customers and suppliers on complex and interrelated issues on an ongoing basis.
• Understanding of A/C systems and controls.
• Experience in a wide range of electrical plant or processing industry and working within a critical environment would be an advantage.
• Be able to communicate effectively and have flexible approach to work patterns.

Personal Competencies:

• Smart and presentable.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships both internal and externally to the contract.
• Proactive and forward-thinking individual.
• Demonstrates organisational skills.
• Has excellent attention to detail.
• Highly effective communicator.
• Ability to work under pressure in a highly regulated industry.
• Agile and mobile to the needs of both EMCOR UK and the Customer.
• Excellent timekeeping.
• Constantly adheres to EMCOR UK Health, Safety and Wellbeing culture.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, or under own initiative.

EMCOR UK benefits:

• 25 Days holidays + Bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme - up to 5 days a year
• Industry leading Maternity & Paternity Policies
• Refer a Friend scheme – worth £500 per referral
• GEMS – Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including opportunities for progression.
• Access to Flex Benefits: Discount Shopping, Gym, Mobile, Family Activities, Insurance, Dining Experience, Car Leasing and Breakdown Cover.
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Paid volunteering and charity days
• Medicash - Health cash plan - Benefits covered include dental, optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries.

At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving. We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.