Process Technician (Waste)

TN United Kingdom; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading water and wastewater company as a Process Technician in Kingston upon Thames. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth operations, involving maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance with health and safety standards. You will work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the efficiency of essential services. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive training, and a range of benefits, including annual leave and pension contributions. If you're a motivated individual ready to make a difference, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path with growth potential.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Training

Annual Leave

Contributory Pension

Personal Medical Assessments

Wider Benefits Scheme

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual who thrives in a team environment.
• Ability to investigate faults and provide effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled maintenance work on plant and equipment.
• Operate and clean plant to maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Process Technician (Waste), Kingston upon Thames

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Client:

Thames Water

Location:

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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4

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

We have exciting opportunities forProcess Techniciansto join our waste team atHogsmill STW, Kingston, KT1 3BW, serving the Kingston area.
As a Process Technician, you’ll be at the heart of ensuring our operations run smoothly. Your role will include operating, testing, performing routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting to deliver services efficiently and to the highest standards. You may also take on planned and preventative maintenance tasks to support the plant’s operations.

This role requires flexibility, as you may occasionally need to travel to nearby sites to support the team.

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

• Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on plant and equipment in compliance with company standards and procedures to improve plant resilience.
• Operating and cleaning plant and equipment to ensure on-site operational and health and safety standards are maintained.
• Attending reactive jobs following plant and equipment failure.
• Keeping sites clean and tidy and undertaking safety and security checks.
• Always working safely and complying with all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.

Base location: Hogsmill - Kingston - KT1 3BW.
Working pattern:38 hours per week, Monday-Friday 7:30-15:36, including working on a call-out rota where you will receive additional payment.
Requirements:Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving licence is essential.

What you should bring to the role

• A disciplined, self-motivated individual who thrives in a team environment, with a strong desire to learn and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to take ownership by replying quickly to faults, investigating the root cause, and identifying effective solutions to resolve issues the first time.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with the team and stakeholders.
• A forward-thinking approach, taking the lead on recommendations, improvements, and sharing ideas to enhance site performance.
• Willingness to undergo training in safety procedures and maintain a strong focus on health and safety standards.

This role is demanding but offers exceptional rewards for those ready to take on the challenge and grow with us.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary from £27,465 per annum, depending on your skills and experience with opportunities for overtime.
• Comprehensive training to enhance your skills and ensure safety on-site.
• Annual Leave - 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Find out more about ourbenefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about ourpurpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

The real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.Why choose us?Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout therecruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here tohelp and supportyou.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.