Site Maintenance Operator

Pertemps; Sandford-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility provider is seeking a Site Maintenance Operator at the wastewater treatment site near Oxford. The ideal candidate will perform routine maintenance and respond to equipment failures. This role requires a self-motivated individual with a full UK driver's license and the ability to work in varying conditions. Competitive salary starting at £28,335 per annum and comprehensive benefits provided.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year

Contributory pension

Performance-related pay plan

Generous parental leave

Qualifications

• Operator willing to learn and adapt to a dynamic environment.
• Prepared to follow safety procedures during operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Maintain operational and health/safety standards.
• Respond to plant and equipment failures.

Skills

Self-motivated

Excellent communication skills

Ability to quickly fix faults

Education

Full UK driver's licence

Job description

About the role

We have fantastic opportunities for you to join Thames Water to be based at our wastewater treatment site on the outskirts of Oxford. You do not need a background in the Water industry. We would welcome applications from candidates outside of the sector, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas. You will be part of a new frontline operations team that covers the sewage treatment sites. This role is an essential front-line role, which the business simply cannot operate without you. Every day is different, you will be working in all weather conditions, carrying out a range of tasks, to ensure the essential functions of our wastewater treatment works operate to maintain the supply to our customers and protect the environment. PPM of maintenance of equipment to support the operation of the plant.

What you’ll be doing as a Site Maintenance Operator

• 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 to 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: Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, OX4 4YU.

Working Pattern: During your initial training period (estimated between six months to 12 months), you will work 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 AM to 3:36 PM. Following this training phase, you will transition to a rotating shift pattern that includes Monday to Sunday—early, day, late, and night shifts, for which you will receive additional payment.

What you should bring to the role

• Self-motivated and prepared to become a part of a fantastic team.
• Have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude.
• Able to respond quickly to fixing faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
• Full UK driver\'s Licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary Starting From £28,335 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days 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.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay!
• 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 our benefits 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.

Disclaimer

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.