Process Technician

Pertemps Thames Water; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary from £29,349

24 days holiday

Pension - Defined Contribution

Medical assessments

Benefits hub

Performance-related pay

Job summary

Thames Water Beckton Sewage Treatment team is seeking a Process Technician to join the frontline operations. You will perform planned maintenance, operate and clean plant equipment, and address faults to keep the site running and protect the environment.

You should be self-motivated, disciplined, and ready to learn from colleagues. A full UK driving licence is required, and the role involves working with safety procedures and health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and disciplined team player.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong focus on health and safety and site procedures.
• Willing to learn and take ownership of faults and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance on plant and equipment to improve resilience.
• Operating and cleaning plant and equipment to meet safety standards.
• Attending to reactive jobs following faults.
• Keeping sites clean and performing safety and security checks.
• Working safely and complying with Health and Safety guidance.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Communication

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Driver's licence

Job description

About the role:

We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our Beckton Sewage Treatment team. You do not need a background in the Water industry. We would welcome applications from candidates outside of the sector, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas.

You will be part of the frontline operations team that covers the sewage treatment sites.

This role is an essential front-line role, which the business simply cannot operate without you. Every day is different; you will be working in all weather conditions, carrying out a range of tasks to ensure the essential functions of our wastewater treatment works operate to maintain the supply to our customers and protect the environment. PPM of maintenance of equipment to support the operation of the plant.

There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint.

What you’ll be doing as the Process Technician

• Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on plant and equipment in compliance with company standards and procedures to improve plant resilience.
• Operating and cleaning plant and equipment to ensure on-site operational and health and safety standards are maintained.
• Attending to reactive jobs following plant and equipment failure.
• Keeping sites clean and tidy and undertaking safety and security checks.
• Always working safely and complying with all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.

Base Location: Riverside - Beckton - IG11 0AD. Working Pattern: 38 hours Monday-Friday 7:30 am - 3:36 pm plus standby & overtime opportunities for which you will receive additional Payment.

We are looking for you to

• Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves in 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.
• Full UK driver's Licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary starting from £29,349 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days 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 wellbeing.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance and measures. Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)

Who are we?

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

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.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work.

We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. 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.