Process Technician (Waste)

idibu; Horley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading water and wastewater company as a Process Technician in Horley, where you will play a vital role in maintaining operational standards and ensuring high-quality service delivery. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal growth and skill development. You will be responsible for performing maintenance, operating equipment, and adhering to health and safety standards. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to make a difference in their community and environment.

Benefits

24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service

Contributory pension scheme

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to benefits hub for discounts and wellbeing support

Full training provided

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual eager to learn and contribute to the team.
• Ownership in responding quickly to faults and providing effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Responding to reactive jobs following plant and equipment failures.
• Maintaining site cleanliness and undertaking safety checks.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Health and safety knowledge

Self-motivation

Education

Full UK driving license

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our waste team at Horley STW, RH6 8HE.

As the successful candidate, your role will be to perform a range of front-line activities including operation, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and problem-solving to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality service delivery. This may include planned and preventative maintenance of equipment to support plant operation.

What you’ll be doing as a Process Technician (Waste)

• Carrying out scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment, complying with standards to improve resilience.
• Operating and cleaning plant and equipment to maintain operational and safety standards.
• Responding to reactive jobs following plant and equipment failures.
• Maintaining site cleanliness and undertaking safety and security checks.
• Working safely and adhering to all health and safety procedures.

Working Pattern: 38 hours, Monday-Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm, with standby and overtime opportunities for additional pay.

What you should bring to the role:

• A self-motivated, disciplined individual with a can-do attitude eager to learn and contribute to the team.
• Ownership in responding quickly to faults, understanding problems, and providing effective solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and proactive approach to site improvements.
• Willingness to undergo safety training.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• A full UK driving license is essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £26,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Full training provided.
• 24 days holiday, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%, with 2x employee contribution).
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to our benefits hub offering discounts and wellbeing support.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. Our goal is to build a better future for all by supporting customers, communities, and the environment. We seek passionate, skilled people committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day provides an opportunity to make a difference. We provide fast career progression, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in our call centers or labs, we value passionate individuals eager to improve and innovate.

If you want a sustainable, impactful career helping millions and protecting water resources, join us. We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and support applicants throughout the process.

In crisis situations, you may support customers directly as part of our frontline team, with full training provided. This role offers a rewarding chance to learn more about our business, meet colleagues, and earn extra income.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may close the advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.