Mechanical & Electrical Technician

We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.

Portsmouth Water is excited to announce multiple openings for Mechanical and Electrical Technicians in our well-respected Production Department. As an integral member of our team, you will be responsible for the maintenance of our water treatment works, enabling the effective production of safe drinking water. Ensuring all equipment at the treatment works is operating safely and efficiently, you will provide mechanical and electrical support and expertise to ensure the reliable and efficient function of all our assets.

What will you be doing?

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, commission low voltage switchgear, motor drives, valves, gas dosing equipment, pneumatic plant, pumps and motors.
• Read, understand and work from mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Ensure that equipment is installed and calibrated to the manufacturers specifications and is auditable.
• Supervise team members and assist with their development and learning.
• Exchange information with other team members, plant operators and departments within the Company as required.
• Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner to maintain internal change control standards.
• Monitor external activities in the areas surrounding our works for any activities that may affect the integrity of the water sources, asset reliability, available leakage measures, and levels of unplanned outage.
• Recommend design changes, if necessary, to ensure that plant continues to function efficiently and effectively to maintain levels of service.
• Commission chemical-dosing systems to enable efficient control of water treatment, responding to installation issues and operational changes to optimise levels of service.
• Assess and optimise energy on site and carry out checks for safety, security, and productivity, reporting any faults, issues and concerns that need escalation.
• Ensure the appearance, cleanliness and operation of our sites meets company standards, whilst maintaining water quality and hygiene standards.
• Ensure all work is carried out in line with the Company’s Water Production procedures and in full compliance with on-site Health and Safety, Quality Standards, OFWAT – (Office of Water Services), DWI (Drinking water Inspectorate), Environmental Agency regulations and EUSR - Energy & Utilities Skills Register standards for clean water operations.
• Comply with the Company’s standards, policies, processes, systems, and procedures to ensure all risks are identified, managed, and mitigated.
• Keep Work and Asset records up to date to ensure that they are satisfactory for internal audits.

What do you need?

Skills, Qualifications & Competencies

• A to C grade or Level 4 or above, GSCE English, Maths and a Science based subject.
• ONC / Level 3 In electrical or mechanical engineering and a recognised apprenticeship in a relevant field within water utility or similar industry or equivalent experience as specified below.
• BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
• Relevant experience in a process and industrial environment.
• Experience implementing process improvements via control system modifications and experience in diagnosing and fixing complex process and control system faults.
• Knowledge of Chemical Handling.
• Knowledge of basic hydraulic principles.
• Proficient with working from electrical drawings.
• Experience of working with Human Machine Interface (HMI) / touchscreen devices.
• A good understanding of water treatment processes and / or water industry exposure.
• Computer and smart phone literate.
• Full UK driving licence (will be required to undertake our driver assessment).

Salary & Hours

• Full-time | 38 hours per week + out of hours work
• £38,876 - £43,020
• + Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities which can increase this earning potential
• + Non-contractual bonus related to company performance of up to 6% of basic salary

Please note, internally this role is know as Production M&E Technician.

💬 We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that’s why we’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.

📌 Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.

🌍 We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society.

🛂 Please note, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

📬 Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.

What can Portsmouth Water offer you?

At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you when you join the team:

🌴 Holidays Made Better

Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore.

💰 A Pension That Works for You

We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% – because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.

💸 Performance Pays Off

You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance – because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.

👶 Family Comes First

Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.

🛡️ Peace of Mind, Always

Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.

🩺 Comprehensive Wellbeing Support

Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am–10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app.

🎁 PW Perks – Treat Yourself!

Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like:

• 🚗 Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
• 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme
• 💊 Health Cash Plan
• …and so much more!

We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, this means we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please talk to us at the interview about the flexibility you may want.

We support equality, diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all sections of society. The Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to work and live in the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications received we are unable to respond to unsuccessful candidates. If your application is of interest to us, we will normally contact you within 4 weeks of receiving your application.