Electrical Technician

Wessex Water, Bristol

Electrical Technician

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Wessex Water, Bristol

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 22 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 362f94898a6a4aaebcb0ca0f01f67229

Full Job Description

Are you an electrically qualified multi-skilled technician? Do you enjoy working outdoors? If so, we are looking for two people with can-do attitudes and a flexible approach to join our close-knit team of skilled technicians. What you'll do Renowned for the quality of its work, the EM&I team provides a 24/7, 365 days a year operation and ensures that the operation and maintenance of water treatment works, network boosters, boreholes and reservoirs are compliant and meet quality standards. Day-to-day in this role you will:

  • plan preventative maintenance
  • attend breakdowns using fault-finding skills and report on asset condition
  • make modifications to control philosophy where needed
  • manage personal stock and critical spares
  • cover out-of-hours call-outs as part of a standby rota.

    You will be an experienced technician who is self-motivated and can work with minimal direct supervision.
  • You will need:
  • City & Guilds, Btech or NVQ level 3 or above
  • experience working with three phase power and control circuits
  • fault finding skills
  • a full clean driving licence
  • computer literacy
  • PLC programming and fault diagnosis experience
  • experience working within the water industry
  • experience working with chemical and gas dosing systems
  • experience in mechanical repair and maintenance
  • to be flexible in your work patterns to meet the demands of the team.

    YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
  • Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West.
  • YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 350 acre former airfield into an award winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community.
  • YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors.
  • YTL Arena - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 19,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space.
  • Plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
  • Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. Wessex Water

    In this role, you will have great opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge. What you'll receive
  • Total pension contributions up to 20%.
  • Career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
  • The opportunity to buy up to 10 days' holiday and sell up to five every year.
  • A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
  • Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
  • A new electric car in exchange for part of your gross salary.
  • Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
  • One paid volunteering day each year.
  • Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
  • An interactive health and wellbeing platform.
  • Support from mental health first aiders.
  • A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone to work for us.

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