Technician Dual-skilled

Technician Dual-skilled Reading, England

Pertemps Network Group
Full Time Reading, England 40480 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Job Description

Who are we?
Thames Water is the UK’s 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 Dual Skilled Technician, based out of Maple Lodge STW for the SSPS (Small Sewage Pumping Station) Team.

You will be responsible for the maintenance of or Pumping Assets in the field, across
the West of the Thames Water region. In the role of a front-line technician, your responsibility will be to ensure you will maintain our Pumping Assets for our customers, 365 days a year.

You will work as part of an established and high-performing field team who have a direct impact on Thames Water’s performance in several key areas. The role encompasses a wide-ranging remit, making each day different from the last and posing a unique challenge.

What will this role involve?
Being a Mobile Technician across the West of the Thames Water region to perform a range of assigned front-line maintenance/operational activities on our Small Sewage Pumping Stations, with a base of Maple Lodge Sewage treatment Works - WD3 9SQ

This will include planned and preventative maintenance of sewage pumping stations to support the operation of our assets.

The role may also require you to take part in a 1 week in every 5 weeks out of an hour's emergency standby rota, for which you receive additional payments.

On a day-to-day basis, you will receive your “workload” and will also be responding to emergency alarms. You will be working as part of a team but may also be alone which highlights the importance of our high health and safety standards.

What makes this role unique?
Our technicians and engineers are a vital component of what Thames Water does. Our technicians are key figures on any site and often in the eye of the public. You will help with the day-to-day operation of our sewage treatment works. You will be a team player and be able to think on your feet and problem-solve. Those with a can-do attitude and who can work efficiently are paramount to what we require to enable us to provide exceptional service to our customers.

What skills are we looking for?
    ONC/HNC in engineering, NVQ, or C&G level 3 in Electrical engineering
    A valid driving license is essential
    Having previous experience in an electrical apprenticeship, with an 18th Edition qualification beneficial
    Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial
    Be a time-served apprentice with significant experience in electrical systems ideally working in a “true multi-skilled” capacity
    Be a self-motivated individual
    Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time
    Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, to interact with the team
    Deliver exceptional service through an enthusiastic and positive approach, taking accountability for your role while working accurately and flexibly within a busy team
    Be a team player – We are one team, and our end goals are the same
    Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively
What’s in it for you?
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with 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’ll enjoy a fulfilling career and flexible working arrangements.

We’re 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 working at Thames Water.

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’ll 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’s 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’t consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Technician Dual-skilled
Pertemps Network Group

www.pertemps.co.uk
Meriden, United Kingdom
Tim Watts
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
1001 to 5000 Employees
Company - Private
Business Consulting
1961
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