Frontline Process Technician – On-site Plant Maintenance

Pertemps; Wargrave; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £29,349+ per year

Holiday 24 days increasing to 28 + BH

Contributory pension

Medical assessments

Performance-related pay

Paternity leave

Maternity leave

Benefits hub

Job summary

Thames Water in Wargrave is seeking a Process Technician to join Wargrave Sewage Treatment Works. No prior waste or water industry experience required; all backgrounds welcome.

This frontline role spans multiple sites to keep essential sewage treatment operations running safely and efficiently, with planned preventative maintenance to support plant reliability. You'll work 38 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 7:30–15:36), with standby rota payments and overtime opportunities after training.

Qualifications

• Be self-motivated and disciplined, with a can-do attitude.
• Willingness to learn from colleagues and take ownership.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a collaborative attitude.
• Proactive in identifying improvements and safety issues.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Operate and clean plant to meet on-site safety standards.
• Attend reactive jobs following equipment failure.
• Keep sites clean and perform safety and security checks.
• Conduct daily site checks to ensure compliant operation.

Skills

Self-motivation

Discipline

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Health and safety

Tools

Company van

Job description

Thames Water in Wargrave is seeking a Process Technician to join Wargrave Sewage Treatment Works. No prior waste or water industry experience required; all backgrounds welcome.

This frontline role spans multiple sites to keep essential sewage treatment operations running safely and efficiently, with planned preventative maintenance to support plant reliability. You'll work 38 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 7:30–15:36), with standby rota payments and overtime opportunities after training.