Mechanical & Electrical Technician in Guildford

We are currently recruiting a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our Waste Water Division, based across our Esher (KT10 8AU) and Guildford (GU1 1RU) Sewage Treatment Works.

As a successful candidate, you will use your mechanical and 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 of our sites remain operational for the benefit of 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 quickly and efficiently to avoid interruptions to the process, potentially involving diagnosing complex faults and repairs during incidents.
• Providing technical advice, referencing up-to-date technical knowledge, and training or supporting technical trainees if required.
• Working on equipment such as pumps and associated 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, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.
• Participating in a standby rota following relevant training.

Base Location: Guildford STW, Moorfield Road, Guildford, GU1 1RU / Esher STW, Farm Road, Esher, KT10 8AU

Work hours: 38 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 7:30 am–3:36 pm, plus standby rota with additional payment. 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 being 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 been upskilled with a mechanical qualification to allow inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosing, testing, installing, modifying or repairing 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 work will require physical fitness, as you will work in confined spaces with the successful completion of appropriate training.
• A valid driving license is essential, and all necessary equipment, such as the vehicle and tools, is 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 upon completion of essential company training.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% (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 an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Access to benefits supporting health, wellbeing and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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 to join us and help us reach our goals.

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, we’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and will support you throughout the recruitment process. If you need adjustments, let us know.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.