Process Technician Waste

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Ware; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Process Technicians to join their waste team at Rye Meads Sewage Works. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in essential operations, testing, and maintenance activities to ensure service delivery meets high standards. With a focus on health and safety, you will be responsible for performing routine checks and troubleshooting equipment issues. The company is committed to career growth and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive training and benefits. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion while making a significant impact in water management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Provision of PPE and tools

Comprehensive training

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Annual medical assessments

Access to benefits hub

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive with a willingness to learn.
• Strong communication skills and responsiveness to faults.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Operate and clean equipment while maintaining safety standards.
• Address reactive jobs following equipment failure.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Knowledge of health and safety standards

Self-motivation

Education

Valid UK driving license

Tools

PPE

Maintenance tools

Job description

Job title: Process Technician Waste Ref 40720
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Rye Meads Sewage Works - SG12 8JY
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Hours: 38 hours, Monday - Friday, plus standby rota with additional payment
Salary: Starting from £25,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job grade: A
Closing date: 16/05/2025

We have exciting opportunities for Process Technicians to join our waste team at Rye Meads Sewage Works.

The role involves performing front-line activities such as operation, testing, routine checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure service delivery meets standards. This may include planned and preventative maintenance of equipment.

Travel to other sites within the surrounding area may be required.

Base Location: Rye Meads Sewage Works.

Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 7:30-15:36, 38 hours/week, with opportunity for on-call duties with extra pay.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment to enhance resilience.
2. Operate and clean plant and equipment, maintaining safety standards.
3. Address reactive jobs following equipment failure.
4. Maintain site cleanliness and security checks.
5. Adhere to all health and safety procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive attitude.
• Responsiveness to faults, problem-solving skills, and ownership.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to be trained in safety procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Valid UK driving license is essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary starting at £25,000, depending on experience.
• Provision of PPE and tools.
• Comprehensive training provided.
• Holiday entitlement: 24 days, increasing to 28 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%).
• Annual medical assessments.
• Access to benefits hub offering discounts and well-being support.

Thames Water, serving over 16 million customers, aims to build a sustainable future and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We offer career growth, flexible working, and support for applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to make a difference in water management and environmental protection.

We encourage early applications as the vacancy may close sooner due to high interest. Thames Water is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.