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Mechanical Technician – Are you a highly skilled and motivated Mechanical Technician with a background in Water/Wastewater Treatment?  If so, we are looking for a passionate Mechanical Technician to join our Industrial Equipment Mechanics Team at the United States Air Force, 48th Civil Engineer Squadron, RAF Lakenheath.

Why RAF Lakenheath:

Located in the heart of Suffolk, RAF Lakenheath is home to the 48th Fighter Wing, also known as the Liberty Wing. This base is pivotal in maintaining international security and fostering strong alliances between the US and UK. Our team is dedicated to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of operational readiness.

Fantastic company benefits include:

Competitive salary: on offer is a salary of £29,507.40 - £32,346.60 per annum
Holiday: 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Pension Scheme
Free On-Site Parking
Employee extras such as:  Life Assurance Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Specialised Training, Development Opportunities, Fitness Facilities.

About the role:

You will be responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various water and wastewater treatment systems to meet both UK and US standards and Environment Agency. This role is crucial in ensuring the delivery of fresh drinking water and efficient wastewater treatment throughout the base in buildings, industrial and institutional facilities and domestic housing. You will work 39 hours per week, working hours will be 7:30am – 4:00pm. You may be required to work other hours, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays including overtime and/or emergency overtime.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Manage both potable and non-potable water treatment systems
Diagnose and fix complex issues
Adhere to all relevant safety regulations and procedures
Utilise measuring instruments
Interpret diagrams, drawings, and manuals
Perform routine maintenance

About you:

Our ideal Mechanical Technician will have technical expertise in operational repairs and preventive maintenance of wastewater treatment equipment, with a strong focus on safety regulations and practises. You will have proficient analytical skills, experience of using various measuring instruments to determine system status, and an interpretive ability to understand detailed diagrams and technical manuals. Essential that you have experience of troubleshooting complex problems through test procedures and computer-controlled equipment.

Qualifications include City and Guilds/NVQ Level 2 in an appropriate discipline, a valid Category B driver's licence. You will need to undertake a pre-employment physical (including immunisations) for this role as there may be occasional exposure to communicable disease or infectious matter when changing filters.

All successful applicants will require a security clearance and a right to work in the UK.

If you are looking for a role where you can work with a great team and develop a career, then we would like to hear from you. Please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible.

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Additional keywords: Electrician, Electrical Systems, Troubleshooting, Electrical Inspection, Electrical Maintenance, Safety Compliance, City & Guilds, Hand Tools, Electrical Theory, Mechanical, Electrical, Technician, Engineering

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