Electrical Maintenance Specialist

3 weeks ago


Newbury, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Thames Water Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to join our team at Thames Water. The successful candidate will be based at our water production sites in East Thames Valley and will be responsible for ensuring that all equipment is running safely and efficiently.

The overall responsibility of this role is to perform proactive and reactive maintenance methods to ensure the smooth operation of our water production sites. This includes inspecting, maintaining, fault diagnosing, testing, installing, modifying or repairing electrical equipment.

The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical systems, including motors, gearboxes, screw/chain conveyors, centrifuges, pumps, and associated control gear. They will also have knowledge of electronic control systems, such as VSD, automatic valves, flow, level, and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives, and controls.

As part of this role, the successful candidate will participate in a stand-by rota and complete a License to Operate. They will also be required to provide technical advice, refer to up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training or support for technical trainees if required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Investigate plant failures and carry out repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the process.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks, including inspecting and testing electrical equipment.
  • Diagnose and repair complex faults in electrical systems.
  • Provide technical advice and support to technical trainees.
  • Participate in a stand-by rota and complete a License to Operate.
Requirements
  • 18th Edition electrical City and Guilds certification is essential.
  • Ideal experience in electrical systems, including motors, gearboxes, screw/chain conveyors, centrifuges, pumps, and associated control gear.
  • Knowledge of electronic control systems, such as VSD, automatic valves, flow, level, and pressure measurement, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives, and controls.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and willingness to complete appropriate training.
  • Full UK driving licence is essential.
What We Offer
  • Salary of up to £38,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
  • Annual leave 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with the length of service.
  • Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
  • Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
  • Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

At Thames Water, our purpose is to deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive. We are committed to taking care of water for us all and keeping it flowing for future generations.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.



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