Mechanical & Electrical Technician in Aylesbury

We are currently recruiting for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our team at Aylesbury Sewage Treatment Works, HP19 8RT. As a successful candidate, you will use your mechanical & electrical knowledge as well as your 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, allowing us to ensure 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, and you will be actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites.

Responsibilities:

• 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, including diagnosing complex faults and repairing during incidents.
• Providing technical advice, referring to up-to-date technical knowledge, and providing training or support for technical trainees if required.
• Working on a range of equipment including pumps and associated control gear, 3-phase motors, starters and controls, electronic control systems such as 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.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems working in a true multi-skilled capacity.
• Ideally 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, the employer 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.

Working Pattern & Benefits:

• Working Pattern: 38 hours, Monday–Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, plus standby rota payments.
• Overtime opportunities can increase earning potential by up to a further £8,000–£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
• All PPE, tools, a company van and a fuel card are provided.
• 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.

What you should bring to the role:

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase earning potential by up to a further £8,000–£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
• Benefits include a performance-related pay plan, contributory pension, annual leave, and other health and wellbeing benefits.

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day. We are committed to building a better future for our customers, communities, people and the planet. We welcome applications from everyone and aim to create an inclusive workplace. If you need adjustments in the recruitment process, please let us know.