Electrical Technician

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team in the Cotswolds area of the Thames Valley North Wastewater Operations Region. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to join a close‑knit, high‑performing team with a wide range of experience and ability, all working to the same high standards.

Responsibilities

• Proactively and reactively maintain electrical assets across the Cotswolds sites.
• Investigate plant failures and carry out repairs quickly and efficiently to avoid interruptions to the process.
• Perform service and replacement of assets such as pumps, motors, starters, controls, VSDs, automatic valves, penstocks, flow/level/pressure measurement equipment, programmable logic controllers, variable speed drives, and chemical handling and dosing equipment.
• Support local maintenance teams with planned and breakdown maintenance of electromechanical wastewater assets.
• Provide technical advice to the wider team and offer training or support to technical trainees as required.
• Undertake fault diagnostics and resolve issues promptly.
• Interpret and update electrical drawings.
• Provide timely feedback on daily work.
• Monitor treatment processes using the SCADA system and act on alarms as required.

Qualifications

• Considerable experience in electrical and systems maintenance.
• NVQ Level 3 or greater in electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of BS7671 or 18th Edition electrical wiring regulations.
• Experience in maintaining, testing, installing, and fault diagnosis of electrical plant equipment.
• Experience working with 3‑phase systems.
• Strong knowledge and awareness of health and safety policies and processes.
• Physical fitness and ability to work in confined spaces.
• Participation in a 24/7 out‑of‑hours standby rota after training and assessment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £42,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments and overtime opportunities can increase earnings by up to £10,000 per annum.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Defined Contribution pension: maximum 12% with double employee contribution.
• Personal medical assessments open to all once a year.
• Performance‑related pay plan linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Access to a benefits hub with a range of offers and information to support wellbeing.

Location & Working Pattern

• Base Location: Witney – OX28 5JH.
• Working Pattern: Monday‑Friday 7:30‑15:36, 38 hours per week, including call‑out rota with additional payment.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer and a Disability Confident employer.

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