Water System Lead

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain, overhaul, and repair water treatment and distribution systems, industrial waste treatment equipment and collection systems. The successful applicant will lead teams in performing all preventative and corrective
tasks involved in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of various types of equipment located in the water and wastewater treatment plants and systems, to include collection systems, pipe distribution networks, and industrial control systems. In addition, they will lead personnel in examining and troubleshooting general industrial plant machinery, equipment, and systems to determine area(s) of difficulty and performance shortfalls. They will plan and lay out work from blueprints, sketches, specifications, and work orders and identify and supervise preventive maintenance services. They will be expected to utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations to maintain a safe and clean work environment.,

• Hours of work: Mon-Fri 0730-1600. Start & end times may be modified due to mission needs and in accordance with organization's flexible working policies.


• Will be required to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable US and UK laws, rules, and regulations.


• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.


• May be assigned other duties that are appropriate to the grade and skill set of the employee.


• May be required to travel by military and/or civilian aircraft in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training. Position may be coded as mission essential.


• A 6-month probationary period will be required.


• Overtime may be required.


• May be required to travel overnight to US or other countries in the performance of official duties or attend necessary training., 1. The duties of this position require the employee to operate a motor vehicle. A Category B driver's license is required.
  
  We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join a premier team of Industrial Equipment Mechanic Work Leaders at the 48 Civil Engineering Squadron, Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom., 1. Applicants are required to have a BTEC Level 3/City and Guilds/NVQ in an appropriate discipline (such as Mechanical (or) Electrical Engineering).

2. Knowledge in planning work and leading teams to perform corrective and preventive maintenance tasks.
3. Ability to teach, lead, and independently diagnose, plan, and complete projects or work orders involving major water and wastewater systems in their entirety.
4. Knowledge of mechanical, electric, and electronic procedures, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and components of industrial plant support machinery and equipment.
5. Knowledge of operating characteristics of the involved systems and equipment, and the applicable installation and repair procedures, methods, and trade practices.
6. Knowledge and ability to use and work with test equipment and measuring devices, such as micrometers, dial indicators, anometers, and volt meters.
7. Knowledge of safety practices, regulations, and procedures.
8. Knowledge of materials and parts used in wastewater treatment plant maintenance and installation of new equipment; and both primary/secondary water and wastewater treatment processes.
9. Skill in use of hand and power tools and a variety of test equipment.
1O. Skill and ability to read and use the requirements in technical manuals, shop directives, multi-view blueprints, sketches, diagrams, work orders, and other specifications.
11. Ability to troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, and maintain water and wastewater treatment plant equipment.
12.Ability to make templates, jigs, and other fixtures required for repair or installation


• 25 days Annual Leave + UK Bank Holidays, Annual Leave year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy


• Paid Sick Leave; year-to-year carryover in accordance with program policy


• Pension Scheme


• Life Assurance Scheme


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Free on-site parking


• Specialized Training provided throughout entire period of employment


• Development opportunities available


• Time off, cash and honorary awards and recognition available for significant contributions and consistent high performance


• Free access to on-site gym facilities


Who Can Apply

• Citizens of the UK, Nationals of European Community (EC) Countries, and Commonwealth Citizens, other Foreign


Nationals, and Stateless persons provided no restrictions have been imposed as a condition of continued residency in the UK.

• Applicants who have a minimum of five years consecutive residency in the UK are considered for this position; however, those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All successful applicants will require a security clearance.


• Please note pre-appointment security clearance requirements may delay start date.


• Proof of identification in the form of a photo ID will be required, for example a driving license or current passport.


• This position may have certain restrictions to US citizens due to the Status of Forces Agreement. For additional information contact the LNDH team on ., Curriculum Vitale (CV) and/or Resume (A CV/Resume is encouraged. Decision to include a resume will not increase or decrease probability of selection)



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• Certifications



• Letters of Recommendation



• Right to Work Documentation


Equal Opportunity Employer

There will be no discrimination in employment practices based on gender, age, marital status, disability, race, nationality, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, being or not being a member of a trade union.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £34,009.56-£37,213.80 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave


• Canteen


• Company events


• Company pension


• Free parking


• Gym membership


• On-site gym


• On-site parking


• Sick pay