We are currently recruiting a Biosolids 360 Machine Operative to work on-site. The purpose of this role is to safely drive and operate the Division’s vehicles and stockpile biosolids. This is referred to as CAKE. You will be required to transfer the CAKE to different points. You may also be required to refuel different machines within the Thames Water site.

A Plant Machine Operator is referred to as a Biosolids Operator internally.

What you’ll be doing as a Biosolids 360 Machine Operative

  • Driving and operating the Division’s vehicles.
  • Operating Plant Machinery in a safe manner.
  • Driving and operating an excavator to Thames Water standards.
  • Shovelling the CAKE for delivery using a Loading Shovel.
  • Refuelling machinery across the Thames Water site.
  • Operating equipment professionally, with consideration and by the law.

Location – Hybrid Basis depending on responsibilities:

Either Farnham STW, Guildford STW or Iver STW.

What you should bring to the role

  • A Driving Licence is essential in this role as a Van is provided.
  • Experience using a 360-degree excavator is essential, approximately 15 tons plus.
  • Experience using a Loading Shovel is desirable.
  • CITB using wheeled loaders is desirable.

What’s in it for you?

Are you looking for a role that offers variety and a collaborative team environment? We have an excellent opportunity for practical engineers to join our team! No two days are the same in this role, and you'll be working alongside a passionate and supportive team. We focus on ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective delivery of projects while maintaining process integrity in operational sites.

  • Offering £37,114 per annum.
  • 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 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.
  • A wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, is packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

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 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.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is 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. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, 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.