Process Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Technician to join their Wheatley Sewage Treatment team. This full-time role offers a competitive starting salary and the chance to make a real impact in maintaining essential wastewater treatment operations. You will work in a dynamic environment, tackling various tasks to ensure the plant operates efficiently while adhering to health and safety standards. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to building a greener future and enjoy benefits such as generous holiday allowances and a contributory pension scheme. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual with a can-do attitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Respond to reactive jobs following equipment failure.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety on site.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Health and Safety Awareness

Self-motivation

Education

Full UK driver's licence

Job description

Job title Process Technician Ref 40361 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Wheatley STW - OX33 1JH Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 15:36pm plus standby & overtime opportunities for which you will receive additional Payment Salary Offering a starting salary from £25,000 per annum. Job grade A Closing date 22/05/2025

About the role:

We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our Wheatley 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: Wheatley STW - OX33 1JH

Working Pattern 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 15:36pm 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 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.
• Full UK driver's licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary starting from £25,000 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.

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.

The 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 . We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.

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, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

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.