Instrumentation, Control and Automation (ICA) Technician/Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instrumentation, Control, and Automation Technician/Engineer to join their Wastewater Treatment Team. This role focuses on maintaining and improving water processing systems, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering a culture of learning and growth. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a company van, generous leave, and health plans. If you're passionate about engineering and environmental responsibility, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company van with fuel card

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

BUPA cash plan

Annual flu jab and eye test vouchers

Pension contributions up to 11%

Employee assistance program

Performance-related bonus

Life assurance (4x salary)

Health Cash Plan

Flexible maternity & paternity leave

Qualifications

• HNC or apprenticeship in Electrical/Electronic Engineering required.
• Experience in water utility or similar industries is essential.

Responsibilities

• Fault finding and calibration of telemetry and PLC systems.
• Conducting planned maintenance and ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Experience in process-oriented industry

Problem-solving skills

Experience with PLC and SCADA systems

Good documentation skills

Effective communication skills

Enthusiasm for learning

Valid UK driving license

Education

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Relevant apprenticeship

Tools

PLC systems (Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi)

SCADA systems (Wonderware InTouch/AVEVA)

Job description

Role: Instrumentation, Control, and Automation Technician/Engineer

Location:

Multiple Locations across Kent, Sussex, Hampshire

Contract Type:

Permanent

Travel:

Multiple sites in Southern England with a company supplied van

Hours:

38 hours per week

Job Description:

Southern Water is recruiting an Instrumentation, Control and Automation Technician/Engineer to support water processing for public use. The role involves maintaining, repairing, modifying, configuring, commissioning, calibrating, and installing plant instrumentation, including PLC and SCADA equipment, alarms, and telemetry across the Southern Water region to ensure efficient operation.

This position requires occasional paid out-of-hours work and participation in an on-call schedule.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Fault finding, calibration, testing, investigation, and programming related to telemetry, PLC, SCADA systems, and measurement meters.
2. Implementing process improvements through control system modifications and diagnosing complex faults.
3. Conducting planned maintenance and calibration to Southern Water standards for reliability and accuracy.
4. Responding to instrumentation faults within Southern Water parameters, guided by the Regional Control Centre.
5. Investigating instrument and process issues at wastewater plants, identifying faults, and implementing remedial actions.
6. Maintaining accurate documentation to meet internal change control standards, ISO9001, and other systems.
7. Implementing control system modifications to enhance process control or compliance.
8. Training and coaching team members to develop their skills.

Skills and experience needed:

• HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or a relevant apprenticeship.
• Experience in a process-oriented industry such as water utility, petrochemical, electricity, or manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills.
• Experience with PLC and SCADA systems like Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Wonderware InTouch/AVEVA.
• Good documentation and regulatory compliance skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and growth.
• Valid UK driving license.

What We Offer:

A comprehensive package with a salary up to £52,000, depending on skills and experience, plus overtime and on-call bonuses. Additional benefits include:

• Company van (for business use) with a fuel card.
• All necessary PPE, tools, uniform, and training.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• BUPA cash plan with options for family coverage.
• Annual flu jab and eye test vouchers.
• Pension contributions up to 11%.
• Employee assistance program.
• Sports and social clubs.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Life assurance (4x salary).
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months).
• Health Cash Plan.
• Two paid volunteering days annually.
• Occupational health services.
• Discounts with over 800 retailers.
• Digital GP service.
• Study support for relevant qualifications.
• Flexible maternity & paternity leave and return options.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Join our Wastewater Treatment Team and advance your career with a company dedicated to development, environmental responsibility, and customer service. Don’t worry if you don’t meet all criteria—apply anyway!