Process Technician - Multi Skilled

TN United Kingdom; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Process Technician - Multiskilled to join their Waste Water Treatment Team in Sittingbourne. This role involves crucial maintenance and repairs at wastewater treatment works and pumping stations, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with strict environmental standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work and demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills. This position not only offers competitive pay but also a range of attractive benefits, including a company van, annual leave, and opportunities for career progression within a company committed to excellence in environmental service.

Benefits

Company van

PPE, tools, and uniform

25 days annual leave

BUPA cash plan cover

Free annual flu jab

Pension contributions up to 11%

Employee assistance program

Performance-related bonus

Life assurance (4x salary)

Study support for job-related qualifications

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work required.
• Experience in wastewater treatment processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

Electrical expertise

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 NVQ in mechanical work

Level 3 NVQ in electrical work

Tools

PPE and tools

Job description

Process Technician - Multi Skilled, Sittingbourne

Client: Southern Water

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 7ad5c92cb525

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Closing Date: 2025-05-31

Job Title: Process Technician – Multiskilled

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent - you will also need to be willing to travel across multiple sites and have a current full driving licence.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 38 hours

Salary: Base pay ranges from £39,479.15 to £46,869.22 per annum (depending on skills and experience)

Qualifications required: Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work. Applications without these qualifications will not be considered.

Additional info: The role requires standby commitment with additional payments and overtime, potentially increasing earnings by up to £10,000 annually.

Benefits:

• A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card
• All necessary PPE, tools, uniform and training
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• BUPA cash plan cover (upgrade options available)
• Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers
• Pension contributions up to 11%
• Employee assistance program
• Sports and social clubs
• Company and performance-related bonus
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Electric car scheme (after 6 months)
• Health Cash Plan
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Occupational health service
• Retail discounts
• Digital GP service
• Study support for job-related qualifications
• Maternity & paternity leave, flexible return to work
• Cycle to work scheme

What we are looking for:

We seek a Process Technician - Multiskilled for our Waste Water Treatment Team, responsible for maintenance and repairs at waste water treatment works, sludge treatment centres, and pumping stations, ensuring compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards, and meeting budget targets.

You will use your mechanical and/or electrical expertise to keep sites operational, reduce pollution, and improve processes. We welcome applicants from outside the water industry with fresh ideas.

Qualifications:

Level 3 NVQ in mechanical/electrical work

Ideal candidates will:

• Understand pumping station operation and wastewater treatment processes
• Be problem solvers, able to identify and resolve issues or escalate as needed
• Be excellent communicators, providing technical support to contractors
• Be resilient, adaptable, and proactive

This role offers the chance to make a real difference, with opportunities for career progression, training, and development within a company committed to environmental and customer service excellence.