Process Technician (Waste)

Pertemps; Witney; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water and wastewater services is seeking a Process Technician to join their team at Cassington Sewage Treatment works. This role involves performing maintenance, operating equipment, and ensuring safety standards are met, with a focus on environmental sustainability. The company offers a competitive salary, robust benefits, and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits

24 days holiday entitlement, increasing with service

Contributory pension scheme up to 12%

Annual personal medical assessments

Access to benefits and discounts

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and proactive with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to analyze problems and resolve issues efficiently.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and operate equipment.
• Respond to reactive jobs following equipment failures.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Proactivity

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our Cassington Sewage Treatment team. No prior experience in the Water industry is required; we welcome applicants from outside the sector, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas.

You will be part of the frontline operations team responsible for sewage treatment sites. This essential role is critical for the operation of our facilities, working in all weather conditions to carry out various tasks that ensure the wastewater treatment works operate efficiently, maintain supply to customers, and protect the environment. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance of equipment to support plant operations.

Join us as we build towards a greener future, addressing climate change, minimizing environmental impact, and reducing our carbon footprint.

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

• Performing scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment to enhance resilience.
• Operating and cleaning equipment to meet operational and safety standards.
• Responding to reactive jobs following equipment failures.
• Maintaining site cleanliness and conducting safety and security checks.
• Adhering to all health and safety guidelines and procedures.

Base Location: Cassington STW - OX29 4EB

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

We are looking for you to:

• Be self-motivated, disciplined, eager to learn, and proactive with a can-do attitude.
• Take ownership of faults, analyze problems thoroughly, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work effectively within a team and contribute to continuous improvements.
• Be willing to undergo safety training.
• Have knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Hold a full UK driver’s license.

What’s in it for you?

• Starting salary from £25,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience.
• Holiday entitlement of 24 days, increasing to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12%) with employer contribution.
• Annual personal medical assessments.
• Access to benefits and discounts through our benefits hub.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. Our mission is to create a better future for all by supporting our customers, communities, and the environment. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting our employees to succeed.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water offers rewarding, diverse opportunities with career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in customer service, science, or operations, we’re looking for passionate individuals dedicated to making a difference.

If you want a sustainable career that impacts millions and helps protect water resources, join us. We’re here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from everyone and providing support throughout the recruitment process. We aim to remove barriers to success and help all candidates succeed.

During a crisis, we rally together to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have opportunities to support frontline efforts as an ambassador. Full training will be provided for this rewarding experience, which also offers insight into our business and colleagues.

Note: Due to high application volume, we may close the vacancy early, so we encourage prompt applications.