Head of Mechanical Engineering

Job title: Head of Mechanical Engineering

Ref: 39996

Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery

Location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB

Contract type: Permanent

Full/Part-time: Full-time

Salary: Offering between £70,000 - £90,000 per annum depending on experience

Job grade: C

Closing date: 18/03/2025

This is a fantastic opportunity to work as Head of Mechanical Engineering in the UK's largest water company. This role will head an industry-leading Mechanical Engineering team in the Thames Water Above Ground Engineering to achieve Thames Water's AMP8 ambitions and beyond. You will have the opportunity to be part of the Above and Below Ground Engineering leadership team developing and influencing the effectiveness of the Engineering function.

What you'll be doing as Head of Mechanical Engineering

• You will be the recognised expert providing innovation, creativity and leadership to set the Mechanical Engineering standards and strategy, and influence functional strategy.
• Sit as part of the technical leadership group providing technical oversight of high-profile projects within the business.
• Proactively setting the direction of Mechanical Engineering within Thames Water.
• Provide in-depth knowledge of how Mechanical Engineering and Safety Instrument Systems contribute to the business goals and a good understanding of the regulatory environment and commercial markets.
• Confidently communicate and negotiate internally to the highest levels.
• Lead, support and develop the Mechanical team within Thames Water.
• Overseeing Mechanical specific projects and provide technical direction within complex jobs.
• Keep an overview of our delivery partners and contractors providing strategic technical leadership.

What you should bring to the role

• You will be a recognised leader in mechanical engineering, educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline and ideally with professional chartership to a high level.
• Understanding of the regulatory environment to achieve compliance with our engineering regulatory requirements.
• Significant mechanical engineering experience which will include a considerable period working in the water industry.
• Have extensive experience working with mechanical systems in water and wastewater treatment, ideally including pumps and pipework, sludge treatment, and biogas plant systems.
• Supportive leadership and communication skills both internally and externally.
• Passionate about Engineering and continuous improvement.
• Degree level or equivalent with professional chartership in your Engineering Discipline.
• Be a proactive thinker and have the ability to deal with complex issues.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000 per annum depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Annual Bonus.
• Private Medical Health Care.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you're interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we're looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around 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 earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.