Process Technician Advanced

Thames Water; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A major water and wastewater company in the UK is seeking a Process Technician to manage the daily operations of a pumping station. This role requires experience in industrial processing and an NVQ Level 2 qualification. You will monitor the local network, ensure compliance with regulations, and work as part of a shift team. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Annual Personal Medical Assessments

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant industrial processing/engineering environment required.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the team is essential.
• Flexibility to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Run the station and operate the plant.
• Monitor the local network and pumping stations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic literacy

Computer skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Process Technician (Advanced) to join the wastewater team at the Western (Pimlico) Strategic Pumping Station in Chelsea. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running and operation of the Station as part of a shift team.

Responsibilities

• Run the station, operate the plant, perform routine checks, provide front-line maintenance, and solve problems to ensure services are maintained within the network of operations.
• Monitor the local network and pumping stations on SCADA.
• Take responsibility for all site activities, including those delivered by contractors. There may be a requirement to use specialist electrical, mechanical or ICA skills.
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance through operation of plant and equipment, cleaning, basic maintenance, fault-finding, monitoring, data collation, and reporting.
• Fault finding and first-fix rectification where possible.
• Undertake health and safety (H&S) and security checks.
• Complete planned and preventive maintenance of assets to ensure compliant plant operation.
• Monitor, collate, and report data to ensure statutory and regulatory complianceis met.
• Take personal responsibility for the health and safety of self and colleagues.

Base Location and Hours

Base Location: Western Pimlico, Westminster, SW1V 4BE.

Working pattern: 36 hours on a 12-hour rotating shift pattern.

What you should bring to the role

• Experience in a relevant industrial processing/engineering environment.
• Working toward or possessing NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification.
• Ability to solve problems with excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills; able to implement timely and effective solutions to a wide range of operational problems.
• Basic literacy and numeracy; willingness to be trained in safety procedures, including Confined Space Entry.
• Computer skills and data input/enquiry experience are essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the team.
• Flexibility and ability to work as part of a team.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary between £29,000 and £43,460 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Full training package provided.
• 25 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution – Maximum 12% with 2x employee contribution.
• Annual Personal Medical Assessments (open to all).
• Wider benefits scheme including a benefits hub with offers to save money and support wellbeing.

About Thames Water

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving more than 16 million customers. We aim to build a better future for customers, communities, people and the planet, and we’re looking for passionate and skilled people to help us get there.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work where every day you can make a difference. We offer fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to removing barriers to success.

Our purpose and values

Learn more about our purpose and values and how they guide our work and culture.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Due to high application volumes, the advert may close earlier than the advertised date. We encourage you to apply promptly.