Field Service Engineering in London

We currently have a great opportunity for you to join our waste treatment team as a Generator Field Service Engineer. As a successful candidate, your role will be to maintain, diagnose, repair and optimise the performance of a fleet of Combined Heat and Power (CHP) spark ignition biogas engines located across various Thames Water sites.

Due to the nature of this role with travelling in the Thames water area, the ideal candidate can be based anywhere in the Thames Valley and the London area.

What you’ll be doing as a Generator Field Service Engineer:

• To carry out the planned and unplanned maintenance of the fleet of CHP Spark Ignition generators within a geographical region.
• Work with current CHP support staff and suppliers to ensure all maintenance is carried out safely, with the least possible downtime and within budget.
• Complete service records and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Identification of parts required for the order, lubricants, and waste.
• Ensuring excellent customer service.
• Working to benefit other team members with skills from the product training.

Working Pattern: 45 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Plus, there is the inclusion of a standby rota for which you will receive additional payment. There is also the opportunity to earn overtime at time and a half or double rates.

You must have the ability to operate and optimise assets using engine/generator controls, such as ComAp and DIA. In-depth knowledge of all aspects of the operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines is required. Competent to work to a high level of quality, alone or as part of a team.

Ideally, NVQ/ C&G or an engine manufacturer's qualification in mechanical engineering is preferred. An electrical qualification is an advantage, but not essential. Natural / Bio / AD Gas engine, CHP, and gas system experience is desirable but not essential. A full UK driving licence is required.

Salary and Benefits:

• Competitive salary offering up to £54,000 per annum, depending on your experience level.
• Opportunity to earn overtime at time and a half or double rates.
• All PPE and tools, plus the provision of a van when on duty and on call.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way.

We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience.

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.