Process Technician - Multiskilled

TN United Kingdom; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Process Technician to enhance their Waste Water Treatment Team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the maintenance and repairs of wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. Your mechanical and electrical expertise will be crucial in optimizing operations and reducing pollution. This position offers meaningful work with opportunities for career advancement, training, and development, making a positive impact on the community and environment. Join us to contribute to innovative solutions in wastewater management.

Benefits

Company Van

BUPA Cash Plan Cover

25 Days Annual Leave

Performance-Related Bonus

Life Assurance (4x Salary)

Pension Contributions up to 11%

Flexible Maternity & Paternity Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study Support for Relevant Qualifications

Digital GP Service

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work required.
• Understanding of pumping station operations and wastewater treatment processes.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Mechanical Expertise

Electrical Expertise

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Work

Level 3 NVQ in Electrical Work

Tools

PPE

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Process Technician - Multiskilled, Tonbridge

Client: Southern Water

Location: Tonbridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: fe2e86621a39

Job Views: 3

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Closing Date: 2025-04-07

Job Title: Process Technician – Multiskilled

Location: Tonbridge, 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 £38,144.10 to £45,284.27 per annum (offer amount depends on skills and experience)

Qualifications required: Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work.

Note: Applications without the required qualifications and certificates will not be considered. The role involves standby duties, which attract 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
• Performance-related bonus
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Electric car scheme (after 6 months)
• Health Cash Plan
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Occupational health services
• Retail discounts
• Digital GP service
• Study support for relevant qualifications
• Flexible maternity & paternity leave and return options
• Cycle to work scheme

What are we looking for?

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

You will utilize your mechanical and/or electrical expertise to maintain site operations, reduce pollution, and ensure compliance. Innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged.

No water industry experience is required; applications from diverse backgrounds are welcome.

Minimum qualification:

Level 3 NVQ in mechanical/electrical work

Successful candidates will also:

• Have a thorough understanding of pumping station operations and wastewater treatment processes
• Be problem solvers, capable of identifying issues and implementing solutions
• Be effective communicators, providing technical guidance to contractors
• Be resilient, adaptable to changing environments and pressures

This role offers meaningful work with opportunities for career progression, training, and development. Join us to make a positive impact on our customers and environment.