Mechanical Technician

We are currently seeking Mechanical Engineers to support our planned preventative maintenance teams based in Reading Sewage Treatment Works, RG2 0RP.

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• Involvement in the site's equipment lubrication and oil monitoring plan, ensuring equipment’s oil and grease levels are monitored and maintained.
  
• Assist in the site's pump lifting & chain inspection programme, helping lift various pumps from their location, checking them and recording details of the chains that hold them in place.
  
• Work on motors, gearboxes, various pumps and associated control gears.
  
• Develop into the central point of contact for the site's parts and equipment ordering and inventory management process.
  

Base Location: Reading Sewage Treatment Works RG2 0RP

Working Pattern: 38 Hours Monday‑Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby & overtime opportunity increasing earnings by a potential £8,000‑£10,000

Van and fuel card (company use only), PPE and tools are provided.

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• Time‑served apprentice with an NVQ or C&G level 3 in mechanical engineering or a related mechanical/electrical qualification.
  
• Experience working in a related industry store's department or a similar store/parts department with transferable skills from another sector (motor industry, HGV or PSV maintenance or civil engineering maintenance).
  
• Experience working on large industrial plant equipment, including various pumps within the utilities industry.
  
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues.
  
• Work will require confined spaces and a physically demanding role.
  
• A valid driving licence is essential.
  

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• Competitive salary up to £39,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
  
• Standby rota payments & overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000‑£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
  
• Company van and fuel card (company use only), PPE and tools are provided.
  
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
  
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum of 12% – 2x employee contribution.
  
• Annual Leave: 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
  
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
  
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
  
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
  
• Health and wellbeing benefits – annual health MOTs, access to physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
  

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Come and join the Thames Water family. We’re committed to being a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.