
Location
Hampton Coal Wharf - TW12 2ES.
Hours
38 Hours Monday, plus inclusion in an out-of-hours support rota for which you will receive additional payment.
Salary
Up to £58,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience, plus a car allowance, tools, and PPE.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Technical Support Engineer to be based at our Hampton Sewage Treatment Works. You will be part of a team providing all-around technical support to the Electrical Services team across process operations and Capital Delivery. This includes scrutiny over the installation of new assets to ensure they are constructed and commissioned by the TWUL asset standards. Your role will maintain the safe and reliable operation of critical electrical assets, requiring a high level of knowledge in electrical technology and safety procedures. You will provide continuous technical support to frontline operations, resolve problems, implement solutions, and investigate incidents.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a technical support service to advise on the operation and maintenance of electrical systems.
- Timely input and liaison support to high voltage or complex low voltage asset upgrade schemes.
- Carry out electrical system failure investigations and produce reports.
- Manage maintenance reports, asset registers, manuals, and other technical information.
- Undertake asset assessment surveys and produce recommendations.
- Coach and mentor others in preparation for appointment as Authorised Person.
- Review risk assessments & method statements to ensure appropriate electrical safety arrangements.
- Participate in an out-of-hours support system for electrical networks.
Experience
- HNC, NVQ Level 3 in electrical engineering or significant related experience.
- Proven working experience in industrial electrical power and engineering.
- Experience in the application of electrical engineering within a large industrial utility or water company.
- Training and operational experience as an Authorised Person.
About you
- Understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations and their application.
- Working knowledge of health and safety regulations, particularly electrical safety rules and procedures.
- Engaging with process operations teams, contractors, and other third parties.
- Experience in mentoring and coaching others.
Qualifications
- Formal training in the Requirements for Electrical Installations BS7671.
- Appointment as an Authorised Person for high voltage or low voltage systems.
Thames Water

