Graduate Electrical Engineer Review
at Thames Water
Graduate Job
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
London
Review Submitted: January 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Thames Water?
The work environment is good. I am encouraged and given opportunities to continue to learn and develop.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
In my time so far at Thames I have been reviewing standards, doing site visits, sitting in on meetings, report writing, and shadowing an electrician.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
I have been given a lot of ownership over a project which has been exciting.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
I feel fairly compensated.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
3/5
Score may go up or down after other rotations. I think the structure of the grad programme prepares me for work in Thames.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
I have a line manager who will give me advice and regular feedback.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
4/5
How is your work-life balance?
5/5
3 days in office. 2 days work from home. Helps with balance.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
There has been bad press but most people I have seen are committed to making improvements.
How would you rate Thames Water initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
Came in with a diverse cohort of grads. I have had a better experience here in comparison to some other workplaces.
How would you rate Thames Water CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
There are plenty of things you can do to support local communities when you join.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Thames water seems interested in developing new recruits.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
I am doing a lot of the things in the job descriptions (although I did not fully understand what they meant when I was applying).
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Thames Water?
Make sure your CV communicates how you match the job description. Display enthusiasm during the interview process.
