Job Description

Who are we?

Thames Water is the UK\xe2\x80\x99s largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.

At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Mechanical Technician to join our team at east Hyde, As a successful candidate, your role will be to support a specialist maintenance team. On a daily basis, this team will inspect, maintain, fault diagnose, test, install, modify or repair as appropriate, mechanical plant equipment on one of the largest wastewater treatment plants in Europe.

Working within the team you will follow robust maintenance plans as well as getting involved in assisting in the mechanical aspects of larger projects and repairs.

This role will involve:

• The role will include involvement in the site\'s equipment lubrication and oil monitoring plan, ensuring equipment\xe2\x80\x99s oil and grease levels are monitored and maintained.
• You will be expected to provide assistance in the site\'s pump lifting & chain inspection programme, whereby you help lift various pumps from their location check them and record details of the chains that hold them in place.
• Examples of equipment that you will be working on will be motors, gearboxes, various pumps and associated control gears.
• The role will develop into the central point of contact for the site\'s parts and equipment ordering and inventory management process.

What skills are we looking for?

• To be a time-served apprentice with an NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering or a related mechanical/electrical qualification.
• Experience working on related in an industry stores department or similar store/parts department with skills transferrable from another sector would be beneficial.EG motor industry, HGV or PSV maintenance or Civil engineering maintenance.
• Experience working on large industrial plant equipment including various pumps within the utilities industry would be beneficial. Would suit mechanical maintenance/service engineers or mechanics from any industry.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are essential.
• The work will require physical fitness; as you will work in manual handling and often physically demanding roles.
• A valid driving licence is essential and all necessary equipment such as tools are provided.

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you?

Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with the length of service and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Thames Water is a dynamic, rewarding and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner. If you join our team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll enjoy a fulfilling career and flexible working arrangements.

We\xe2\x80\x99re also proud to embrace and promote diversity and believe that creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve will help us to thrive. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about .

We deliver life\'s essential service so our customers, communities and the environment can thrive. This means, when a crisis happens, we all rally round to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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. It\xe2\x80\x99s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and a earn bit of extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is so we can manage all the applications properly and give candidates a positive experience. Once closed, we can\xe2\x80\x99t consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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