Process Technician

Thames Water; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Staines-upon-Thames is seeking a Process Technician. This essential role involves operating and maintaining equipment to ensure safe drinking water standards. Candidates will benefit from a competitive salary starting at £28,335, along with generous leave and pension benefits. A full UK driver’s license is required, and no prior water industry experience is necessary.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year

Contributory pension scheme

Personal medical assessments

Performance-related pay plan

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driver’s license.
• Be disciplined and eager to learn.
• Prepared to be trained in safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant and equipment for water treatment.
• Monitor and report data for compliance.
• Perform health and safety checks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Curiosity for problem-solving

Proactive mindset

Job description

About the role

We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team at Staines Raw Water PS. 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.

This role is an essential front‑line role that the business simply cannot operate without you. Every day is different, and you will be working in all weather conditions, carrying out a range of tasks to ensure the essential functions of our water 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

• The operation of plant and equipment used in the treatment of groundwater to ensure it meets strict drinking water standards, including cleaning, basic maintenance, routine checks and fault‑finding.
• Monitoring, collating and reporting of data to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance is met.
• Undertaking health and safety and security checks, highlighting and reporting hazards, near misses and incidents; making the area safe and escalating any issues to your line manager as soon as possible.
• Accurately reporting faults and recording work and asset information to improve business performance using a field laptop.
• Receiving chemical deliveries, ensuring the correct checks and paperwork are completed.
• Providing technical assistance and guidance to new starters as well as existing colleagues.
• Attending all team meetings, engaging with safety briefings and company communications and raising constructive feedback with the management team, with suggestions for improvements.

Base location

Staines (PS) – TW18 4HA

Working pattern

38 hours per week, Monday–Friday 7:30 am – 15:36 pm plus standby rota payments. Overtime opportunities can increase your earning potential upon completion of essential company training.

Must hold a full UK driver’s licence

What you should bring to the role

• Be a self‑motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team, be disciplined and have a desire to learn from those around you, with a can‑do attitude.
• Take ownership of responding quickly to faults, being curious to fully understand the problem and find the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Work well as part of a team – we are one team with the same end goals.
• Be proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements and communicate effectively.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures and have knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.
• Full UK driver’s licence.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary starting from £28,335 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – defined contribution, maximum of 12 % (2× employee contribution).
• Personal medical assessments – open to all once a year.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous pension scheme through AON.
• Generous paternity leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced maternity leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

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.