Technical Coordinator

Pertemps Thames Water; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work location

Assignment via Pertemps

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking a reliable Technical Coordinator in Reading to support operational objectives through precise administration and reporting. You will act as the first point of contact, collate data, run basic analyses and produce regular reports while maintaining accurate records in Thames Water systems.

The role requires strong organisational and communication skills, numeracy, and a proactive approach to supporting colleagues, customers, and external partners in a hybrid environment at

Qualifications

• Strong administration experience in busy environments.
• Excellent organisation skills to manage workload and records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus and professional service mindset.
• Good attention to detail and numeracy when handling data/reports.
• Ability to learn quickly and understand team processes.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for enquiries from internal and external customers and partners.
• Collate information, carry out straightforward analysis and produce regular reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using Thames Water systems.
• Support and administer business processes in line with agreed standards and service levels.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external contacts when required.
• Provide a professional, customer-focused service across a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders.

Skills

Administration

Organisation

Communication

Numeracy

Stakeholder management

Job description

This full-time Technical Coordinator role in Reading supports operational and business objectives through accurate administration and reporting. Acting as first point of contact, the postholder handles enquiries from colleagues, customers and external partners, collates information, performs straightforward analysis and produces regular reports. Maintaining precise records within Thames Water systems is essential, alongside administering business processes to agreed standards and service levels. Strong organisational ability, confidence, clear communication and attention to detail suit this position. The salary ranges from £16.54 to £19.23 per hour, depending on skills and experience. Suitably qualified applicants seeking a coordinating post within a utilities setting are encouraged to apply. Looking for an organised and confident Technical Coordinator who enjoys keeping things running smoothly, supporting others and making sure the details are right. You’ll play an important role in supporting the team to meet its operational and business objectives, working with colleagues, customers and external partners while keeping information, systems and processes accurate and up to date.

What you’ll be doing as a Technical Coordinator

• Act as a first point of contact for enquiries from internal and external customers and business partners.
• Collate information and data, carry out straightforward analysis and produce regular reports.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using Thames Water systems.
• Support and administer business processes in line with agreed standards and service levels.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with external contacts where required.
• Work with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders, providing a professional and customer-focused service.

What you should bring to the role

• Strong administration experience, ideally gained within a busy operational, technical or customer-focused environment.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage your workload and keep accurate records.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a confident and professional approach when working with different stakeholders.
• Strong customer focus and the ability to deal with enquiries in a helpful and professional way
• Good attention to detail and numeracy skills, particularly when working with information, data and reports.
• Ability to learn quickly and develop a good understanding of the team, its processes and how the wider business operates.

What’s in it for you?

• Hourly Pay rate: £16.54 to £19.23 per hour
• Expenses: Excluded
• Location: Hybrid, Clearwater Court, Reading, RG1 8DB
• Length of assignment: 26 weeks
• Required Start date: ASAP
• Hours: 36 hours per week

Please note you will be on assignment at Thames Water via Pertemps

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 our purpose and values Working at Thames Wate r 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 meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. 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. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.

Why choose us?

Learn more. We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support. 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 and meet colleagues.

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.