Thermal Hydrolysis Process Technician

Thames Water Utilities Limited; London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater company seeks a Thermal Hydrolysis Process Technician for its operations in South East London. This role involves daily plant operation, maintenance, and sampling to support green power generation. Candidates should be flexible, willing to learn, and dedicated to health and safety standards. Alongside a competitive salary, the position offers progression opportunities and various employment benefits.

Benefits

24 days holiday per year, increasing with service

Contributory pension - Maximum of 12%

Personal Medical Assessments

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years Process Operation experience.
• Knowledge of process industry plant (e.g., pumps, boilers) is an advantage.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out laboratory analysis, monitor equipment, and ensure process operations.
• Operation of plant and equipment to maximize power generation.
• Conduct safety and security checks, ensuring compliance with regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

City and Guilds level 2/3 in a mechanical/electrical/chemical discipline

Job description

Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ

Job title Thermal Hydrolysis Process Technician Ref 40927 Division Asset Operations & Capital Delivery Location Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ Contract type Permanent Full/Part-time Full-time Hours Offering a salary between £26,800 £40,200 depending on skills and experience Salary Offering a salary between £26,800 £40,200 depending on skills and experience Job grade A Closing date 27/06/2025

About the role:

This is an exciting role where you will be working as part of the thermal hydrolysis process team, a key part of the site’s day to day operation and hugely important for maximising green power generation using THP, CHP and Boiler plant on site.

Day to day duties will include:

• Gathering samples and carrying out laboratory analysis.
• Visual inspection of key areas and in-line monitor checking/calibrating.
• Monitoring, interpretation, collating and reporting of analysis data to ensure the correct process operation, and to meet statutory and regulatory Thames Water compliance requirements.
• Operation of plant and equipment, ensuring continuous operation of THP and associated plants and processes to maximise power throughout.
• Undertake safety, security, and housekeeping checks.
• Take personal responsibility for health and safety of self and colleagues.

To be successful, you will have the following skills and experience:

The successful candidate would ideally have previous experience of working within the sewage treatment process or in other process-oriented roles.

• Knowledge of the process industry plant such as pumps, centrifuges, and boilers (good understanding of combustion, steam generation & heat transfer) would be an advantage, but more importantly will be your flexibility, ability, and willingness to learn.
• Minimum of 2 years Process Operation experience, ideally.
• Minimum City and Guilds level 2/3 in a mechanical/electrical/chemical discipline.
• Previous SCADA experience would be advantageous but not essential, full training will be provided (BOAS, permit to work, Forklift, Chemical delivery, Working at height, Overhead crane, Operation shadowing).
• Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be physically fit as general lifting is an important part of this role.
• Use of e-mail and Excel.
• We require the successful candidate to hold a full UK driving licence.

What’s in it for you:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a THP Process Technician to sample, operate, carry out front-line maintenance and daily plant operation on a Thermal Hydrolysis Plant (THP) and associated sludge treatment plant. This plant operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. With progression in mind, following a 2-stage progression plan which is tied to pay increases, with the plan in mind to lead to a 12-hour working shift pattern rota job.

• Competitive salary between £26,800 and £40,200 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.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

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.

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 in 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 the recruitment process . We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.

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.