Instrumentation, Control & Automation Technician

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an Instrumentation, Control & Automation technician to join a leading water company in London. The role involves maintaining water production assets, ensuring safety and efficiency, and providing technical support. With competitive salary and benefits, this position offers a chance to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service

Contributory pension (up to 12%)

Annual medical assessments

Benefits scheme with offers and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• 6+ years’ experience in Control, Instrumentation, and Automation.
• Practical understanding of operational assets and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Installations, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs of water production assets.
• Supervise contractors and suppliers as needed.
• Investigate asset failures and implement repairs promptly.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

HNC/Level 4 education

Tools

SCADA systems

PLCs

Relay logic

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Client:

Thames Water

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

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Job Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for an Instrumentation, Control & Automation (ICA) or Control and Instrumentation (C&I) technician to join our Water Production Operations Team based in the SE London region.

This is a mobile role, requiring work across Water Treatment Works in Brixton, Streatham, Croydon, Orpington, and Dartford.

We seek a candidate who can work safely, efficiently, and independently, maintaining standards to meet statutory obligations and ensure asset performance.

An ICA Tech may operate and optimize processes and equipment to ensure water quality, safety, and operational efficiency, including outside normal hours.

Responsibilities:

• Installations, commissioning, maintenance, and repairs of water production assets such as level instrumentation, flow meters, and turbidity monitors.
• Work with SCADA systems, PLCs, and process control networks.
• Supervise contractors and suppliers as needed.
• Investigate asset failures and implement repairs promptly to prevent process interruptions.
• Provide technical advice and training to apprentices.

Base Location:

Roles are based at Brixton (SW2 1SB) or Orpington (Kent, BR6 0SQ).

Working Pattern:

38 hours/week, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, with standby and overtime opportunities, increasing earnings by approximately £8,000-£10,000 annually.

All PPE, tools, a company van, and fuel card are provided.

Candidate Requirements:

• Practical understanding of operational assets and control systems.
• Solid knowledge of SCADA systems.
• Experience with relay logic and PLCs (Rockwell & Allen Bradley), including management and programming.
• Ability to read circuit diagrams and fault find; experience with inverter drives is preferred.
• HNC/Level 4 education or 6+ years’ experience, including apprenticeship in Control, Instrumentation, and Automation.
• Valid driving license is essential.
• Safety-conscious, self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive in fault response and problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to £45,600/year, with standby and overtime earnings potential.
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension (up to 12%).
• Annual medical assessments.
• Benefits scheme with offers and wellbeing support.

About Thames Water:

The UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We aim to build a sustainable future, helping communities and protecting water resources. Join us to make a difference and advance your career in a diverse and inclusive environment.

We promote equal opportunities and support applicants throughout the recruitment process. Full training and support are provided, including opportunities to support customers directly in emergencies.

Note: We may close the vacancy early due to high application volume, so apply promptly.