Process Technician

Pertemps; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Process Technician at a key sewage treatment site. This role offers a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. You will engage in essential maintenance, sampling, and operational tasks, contributing to environmental sustainability. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure your success and safety in this rewarding position. With a competitive salary and numerous benefits, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the water industry.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

Comprehensive training

Annual leave starting at 24 days

Health checks

Physiotherapy

Counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a valid UK driving licence.
• Willingness to undergo safety training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily sampling rounds to ensure compliance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Respond to reactive jobs following plant or equipment failure.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Health and Safety Knowledge

Self-motivation

Tools

PPE

Company Van

Job description

Incredible opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join us as a Process Technician at our Maple Lodge Sewage Treatment Works Site.

As the successful candidate, your role will involve performing a range of front-line activities, including operation, sampling, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and problem-solving to ensure services are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.

This may include planned and preventative maintenance of equipment to support plant operation. The role also involves daily sampling duties to ensure effluent quality and process data meet required standards.

As a Process Technician, no two days are the same, providing an interesting, challenging, and rewarding environment. Full training and support will be provided regarding Health & Safety, technical, and process requirements.

This role offers a chance to make a real environmental impact by helping to reduce pollution from our sites.

What you’ll be doing as the Process Technician

• Carry out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment following company standards to improve resilience.
• Conduct daily sampling rounds to ensure compliance.
• Perform weekly environmental rounds and fire alarm checks.
• Operate and clean plant and equipment to maintain operational and safety standards.
• Respond to reactive jobs following plant or equipment failure.
• Maintain site cleanliness and undertake safety and security checks.
• Work safely, adhering to all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.

Base Location: Maple Lodge - Rickmansworth - WD3 9SQ.

Working Pattern: 38 hours Monday-Friday, plus standby rota with additional pay.

Essential requirements: Full, valid, clean UK driving licence.

What should you bring to the role?

• A self-motivated, disciplined individual eager to learn and with a can-do attitude. The role can be demanding but rewarding.
• Ownership in responding quickly to faults, understanding problems fully, and resolving them effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Proactive approach in site improvements and communication.
• Willingness to undergo safety training.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• A valid UK driving licence is essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £26,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Company van, fuel card (for work use), PPE, and tools provided.
• Comprehensive training for skills enhancement and safety.
• Annual leave starting at 24 days, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Benefits including health checks, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future, helping customers, communities, people, and the planet thrive. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day makes a difference. We provide career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in call centers, labs, or operational sites, we value your passion to improve.

If you seek a sustainable career making a daily impact and helping protect water resources, we support you every step. Join us to build a better future.

Our commitment is to be a great, inclusive workplace. We welcome all applicants and support those needing assistance during recruitment. We aim to remove barriers to success.

In crises, we rally to support customers. Join our frontline ambassador program for training, rewarding experiences, and extra income.

Note: Due to high application volumes, the advert may close early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.