Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

Company: Pertemps
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Location: Ashford
Job Description:

Overview

We currently have a great opportunity for a Mechanical & Electrical Engineer to join our leakage team at our Orpington Water Treatment Works Site.

Responsibilities

  • Working in a multi‑disciplinary team alongside systems, mechanical and electrical technicians.
  • Installing, modifying and commissioning new plant equipment to the required standards and diagnosing and repairing faults on systems and complex network assets.
  • Proactively identifying and reporting follow‑on work or enhancement opportunities and delivering cost‑effective improvements to assets and systems.
  • Investigating complex network asset failures and implementing subsequent repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible.
  • Providing specialist technical advice where appropriate, with up‑to‑date technical knowledge to assist the delivery of zonal availability and complex pressure management.

Qualifications

  • Ideally an engineering degree or other appropriate technical qualification.
  • Working towards or having achieved a relevant professional qualification and/or membership of a professional institution.
  • Proven working experience as a senior engineer in an electrical environment delivering SCADA/PLC installation and maintenance.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Fully competent at using the appropriate company IT systems and office software.
  • Familiarity with RTAP/FTAP and Clear SCADA.

Base Location & Working Pattern

Base Location: Orpington WTW – Kent – BR6 0SQ

Working Pattern: 38 hours Monday ‑ Friday

All PPE and tools are provided.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a company van.
  • Annual leave: 24 days per year, increasing to 28 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
  • Contributory pension – defined contribution, maximum of 12% – 2× employee contribution.
  • Personal medical assessments – available once a year to all employees.
  • Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub with offers and information to save money and support wellbeing.

EEO Statement

We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process.

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Posted: May 3rd, 2026