ICA Technician (instrumentation, control & automation)

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Swinford, Witney, Cirencester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water utilities is seeking an ICA Technician to join their operational team. This role involves installing, maintaining, and improving plant equipment, requiring strong technical skills and a proactive approach. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including holiday entitlement and a contributory pension.

Benefits

24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service

Contributory pension (up to 12%)

Annual personal medical assessments

PPE, tools, van, and fuel card provided

Qualifications

• Practical understanding of plant and control systems.
• Ability to read and fault-find from circuit diagrams.
• Experience with instrumentation like flow meters and pressure sensors.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and commission plant equipment.
• Perform maintenance tasks including planned and reactive work.
• Investigate plant failures and conduct risk assessments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

HNC level or NVQ Level 3 in electrical subjects

Tools

Wonderware

ClearSCADA

PLC

Job description

Latton - Cirencester - GL7 5QF, Swinford - Witney - OX29 4BZ

Job title: ICA Technician (instrumentation, control & automation) Ref 40924 Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location: Latton - Cirencester - GL7 5QF, Swinford - Witney - OX29 4BZ Contract type: Permanent Full/Part-time: Full-time Hours: 38 Hours Monday-Friday Salary: Paying up to £45,000 depending on experience plus standby rota payments & overtime, potentially increasing earnings by £8,000-£10,000 per year upon completing essential training. Job grade: A Closing date: 02/06/2025

About the role:

We are recruiting an ICA Technician (Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) based at Latton - Cirencester or Swinford WTW, to join Thames Water. The role involves working with operational teams such as systems, mechanical, and electrical technicians.

The responsibilities include installing, modifying, and commissioning plant equipment, diagnosing and repairing faults, and implementing cost-effective improvements. The role also covers maintenance tasks, supervising contractors, investigating plant failures, conducting risk assessments, and providing technical advice and training.

Key responsibilities:

• Install, modify, and commission plant equipment; diagnose and repair faults; identify and report follow-up work.
• Perform instrumentation, control, and automation maintenance, including planned, preventative, and reactive tasks; liaise with contractors.
• Investigate plant failures, implement repairs promptly, and conduct risk assessments with method statements.
• Provide technical advice, support training, and contribute to project development and capital projects.

Location: Latton - Cirencester or Swinford WTW

Working pattern: 38 hours/week, Monday-Friday, plus standby and overtime opportunities.

Additional info: PPE, tools, van, and fuel card provided.

Requirements:

• Practical understanding of plant and control systems; knowledge of Wonderware, ClearSCADA, relay logic, and PLCs.
• Ability to read and fault-find from circuit diagrams.
• Experience with instrumentation such as flow meters, pressure sensors, ultrasonics, telemetry.
• Qualified to HNC level or NVQ Level 3 in electrical subjects.
• Valid driving license required.

Ideal candidate traits:

• Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ownership, and communication abilities.
• Team player with a can-do attitude and safety awareness.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £45,000 plus overtime and standby pay.
• Holiday entitlement: 24 days, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension (up to 12%).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Wider benefits scheme.