Job Description

About the Trust

We're one of the UK's biggest charities and we care for 2,000 miles of canals, rivers, docks and reservoirs because we believe life is better by water. We're looking for people who support our cause and want to make a difference for future generations. Could this be you?



Along with our waterways we also manage museums, archives and the country's third largest collection of historic buildings, as well as the nature and wildlife that calls our canals home. All of this enables us to provide wellbeing opportunities for millions of people each year.

Location:

Milton Keynes Hub, the day-to-day of this role requires travel across the London and South East Network.

Hours:

The post holders will be required to work an annualised hour's system which is Monday to Friday. The post holder will be required to work an annualised hour's system which includes working a rota'd system including statutory holidays and weekends to get our waterways open to our customers.



Our team and opportunity

We are currently looking for a Mechanical & Electrical Technician to join our growing and diverse teams across the UK.

As a Mechanical & Electrical Technician on our waterway you will play an important role using your technical expertise to assist with the implementation of improving Plant and Equipment Assets within a defined area and will safely and efficiently support the delivery of improvements to equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the inland waterways network.

A technical foundation in mechanics / HGV is desired; with the potential to develop your skills in broader electrics via team training.

Location & coverage

This role will be based from our Operative hubs in Nell Bridge but with a requirement to travel throughout the regional waterway network to enable site visits and to conduct improvements.

See our canal network here:

Canal and River Trust (https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/where-we-work).

See our network here:

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/canals-and-rivers



About the role

This role supports Canal & River Trust's aims to improve safety and increase the number of people using the inland waterways network. Your skills will be used to maintain workboats and land-based plant which is vital to the core works delivered by the Trust and used to deliver improvements to the waterways infrastructure.

Experience and technical knowledge working with the following is desirable:

Large diesel engines including gearbox and clutch assemblies. Hydraulic systems. Less than 48V DC systems. Cranes. Excavators. Lorry loaders. Experience within the Heavy Goods Vehicle industry would be advantageous.

Key responsibilities:

Working outside provide mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and marine support to assigned areas, assisting in the resolution of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical engineering-related situations as they arise. Manage defined work programmes, servicing, and repair works to meet set objectives for a defined fleet of workboats and land-based plant. Under supervision, produce recommendations to minor problems undertaking design where appropriate. Apply a working knowledge of statutory obligations, heritage and environmental requirements plus Canal & River Trust policies, principles & standards to the delivery of work. Supervise third party works when required to delegated levels. With guidance, manage accounts for costs. Where a vacancy arises, participate where agreed in the standby rota to support delivery of customer service defined standards and reaction to emergency situations faults and breakdowns. Comply with Canal & River Trust Health & Safety policy and defined standards, report incidents, accidents and near misses. Complete point of work risk assessments and adjust work methods where appropriate.

About you

Technical:

Time served apprentice trained or City and guilds level 3 Mechanical / NVQ level 3 minimum (or similar level) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related discipline, Certification required. An understanding of Health & Safety within site work and have a good knowledge of appropriate mechanical and/or electrical regulations. Hydraulic installation / maintenance experience desirable. Authorised Person in 1 of the following areas (preferably both): Mechanical or Electrical - Learning Event VEEN024. Relevant valid competency for use of plant/tools and equipment to maintain the canal/river environment. IPAF and confined space trained desirable but not essential.

General:

Willing to actively participate in meetings, training, planning, initiatives etc. Must be able to clearly and concisely communicate in verbal and written form. Excellent time keeping essential and working effectively as part of a team or alone. Valid driving licence appropriate for vehicle to be driven.

If you have any questions about the role please contact CRT.recruitment@canalrivertrust.org.uk



We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

What we offer

In addition to your annual salary 30,000 - 34,500, we can offer a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, and numerous other employee benefits. Further details on our benefits can be found here (https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us/work-for-us/our-benefits).

Some benefits include:

Competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, where we will double your contribution to a maximum of 10%. 25 days paid holiday (plus paid Bank Holidays), increasing with years of service to up to 30 days after 5 years, plus holiday purchase scheme. Home working status with 'hub' facilities available should you need the flexibility to work outside of home. Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues, e.g. health, financial, well-being and domestic matters. Access to a range of employee benefits including store discounts, boating holiday discounts and holiday purchase scheme. 2 days paid volunteering leave per annum, allowing you to volunteer for a local community project etc. Free fishing facilities across our canal network.

We care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.



All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.



At the Trust, we empower our people to flow and thrive both on and off the water. Our colleagues enjoy a variety of benefits that enhance their lives while working in a place that positively impacts others. We take pride in our people, protecting heritage and preserving wildlife, and we're all about the future of our colleagues and the future generations who love and use our network. Inspired by people, we harness the different ways of working and thinking, ensuring our teams grow and reach their full potential.



Navigate your future and lock in your career as we keep our canals open and alive.

Find out more about us on our website:

https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/about-us