Process Technician: Plant Maintenance & Fault Response

Pertemps; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Health assessments

Performance-related pay

Paternity leave

Maternity leave

Benefits hub

Job summary

Thames Water in Oxford is seeking a Process Technician to join Oxford STW. This front-line role supports essential waste-water treatment operations with a focus on maintenance, safety, and reliability. Prior sector experience is not required and training will be provided.

You will perform scheduled and reactive maintenance, operate plant equipment, and conduct daily site checks. A full UK driving licence is required, with standard working hours Monday to Friday and a strong safety culture

Qualifications

• Be self-motivated, disciplined and eager to learn in a team environment.
• Take ownership of faults, investigate and resolve effectively at first fix.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Teamwork is crucial; we operate as one team with shared goals.
• Be proactive, suggest improvements and communicate clearly.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures and standards.
• Have knowledge and awareness of health and safety practices.
• Hold a full UK driving licence (manual).

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled planned maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Operate and clean plant to maintain on-site standards and safety.
• Attend reactive jobs following equipment failure.
• Keep sites clean and undertake safety and security checks.
• Carry out daily site checks to ensure compliant operation.

Skills

Self-motivation

Disciplined

Willingness to learn

Proactive attitude

Ownership

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

HSE awareness

Driving licence

Job description

Thames Water in Oxford is seeking a Process Technician to join Oxford STW. This front-line role supports essential waste-water treatment operations with a focus on maintenance, safety, and reliability. Prior sector experience is not required and training will be provided.

You will perform scheduled and reactive maintenance, operate plant equipment, and conduct daily site checks. A full UK driving licence is required, with standard working hours Monday to Friday and a strong safety culture