Dual-Skilled Mechanical & Electrical Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Newbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK water company is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician in Newbury. The role involves maintaining and repairing equipment with a competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum. Successful candidates will have qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering and experience in multi-skilled positions, contributing to essential water services for millions. Generous benefits and opportunities for overtime are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000

Standby rota payments and overtime opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave of 24 days

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Use mechanical and electrical knowledge to maintain and repair equipment.
• Inspect and diagnose faults in plant equipment.
• Complete an electrical apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Investigate and repair plant failures.
• Provide technical advice and support to trainees.

Skills

Time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems

Mechanically qualified skills for dual-skilled status

Knowledge of health and safety issues

Physical fitness for working in enclosed spaces

Education

ONC/HNC in engineering

Electrical engineering qualifications (C&G level 3 or NVQ2/3)

Tools

Electrical tools and equipment

Job description

A leading UK water company is seeking a Mechanical & Electrical Technician in Newbury. The role involves maintaining and repairing equipment with a competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum. Successful candidates will have qualifications in electrical or mechanical engineering and experience in multi-skilled positions, contributing to essential water services for millions. Generous benefits and opportunities for overtime are offered.