ICA Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Witney, Cirencester; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thames Water Utilities Limited is seeking an ICA Technician to manage operations at Cirencester and Witney sites. The role involves carrying out maintenance, repairing instrumentation, and working within a team to ensure the smooth running of wastewater operations. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a proactive attitude, with a competitive salary package and career development opportunities available.

Benefits

Provision of a company van

Annual leave rising to 28 days with service

Contributory pension scheme

Personal medical assessments

Wider benefits scheme for savings

Qualifications

• Experience in PLC and SCADA systems is essential.
• Qualified to HNC level or equivalent in relevant disciplines.
• Knowledge of 3-phase electrical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute planned maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Work with operational teams for plant equipment upgrades.
• Provide technical advice and report on issues swiftly.

Skills

Experience with PLCs

SCADA systems

Communication network systems

Instrumentation

Physical fitness

Education

HNC level in instrumentation, control and automation

City and Guilds Part 2 or NVQ level 3

18th Edition (BS7671) qualification

Job description

Cirencester - GL7 6DA, Witney - OX28 5JH

Job title ICA Technician Ref 40550 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Cirencester - GL7 6DA, Witney - OX28 5JH Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 38 hours a week, Monday-Friday 7:30 am -3:36 pm. Salary Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum depending on skills and experience. Job grade A Closing date 12/06/2025

We are currently recruiting for an Instrumentation, Control & Automation (ICA) Technician within the Cotswolds area of the Thames Valley North Wastewater Operations Region. This is an exciting hands-on opportunity where you will assist in keeping the Cirencester and Witney sites running.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them, be disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around them and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding too.

On a day-to-day basis, you will receive your planned workload and will also be responding to emergency alarms. You will be working as part of a team but may also be alone which highlights the importance of our high H&S standards. You will have your van and tools supplied which you will keep maintained to a high standard.

A Van, PPE and Tools will be provided.

What you’ll be doing as an ICA Technician

The ICA role consists of the following, but is not limited to, these main points:

• Carrying out planned maintenance (PPM), which includes some mandatory tickets and some reactive maintenance on defective equipment.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team, alongside a range of operational teams such as systems, mechanical, and electrical technicians.
• Installing, modifying, and commissioning new plant equipment to relevant standards and diagnosing and repairing faults in systems and plants. Proactively identifying and reporting follow-up work or areas for enhancement and delivering cost-effective improvements to assets and systems.
• Investigation into plant failures and the implementation of subsequent repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• You will be responsible for providing specialist technical advice, where appropriate, with up-to-date technical knowledge.

What should you bring to the role?

• Experience with PLCS and SCADA systems, and communication network systems, instrumentation including flow, level, pressure, etc.
• Experience with variable speed drives (VSDs) and other starting methods for motors/pumps.
• Ideally, you will be qualified to HNC level or otherwise will have City and Guilds Part 2 or NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in an instrumentation, control and automation discipline.
• Preferable for you to have an 18th Edition (BS7671) qualification and 3-phase electrical knowledge or qualifications.
• Physical fitness and the ability to work in confined spaces require with successful completion of the appropriate training.

We are looking for you to

• Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times but very rewarding too.
• Take Ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same.
• Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Base Location either Cirencester GL7 6DA or Witney - OX28 5JH, depending on your location.
• Provision of a company van.
• 38 hours a week, Monday-Friday 7:30 am -3:36 pm.
• Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process . Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support .

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.