Who are we?
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.
At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open.
About The Role
We currently have an opportunity for a Process Control Engineer to work out of our Rye Meads Sewage Treatment Works. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for the overall operation of the Sewage Treatment Works, working as part of a team of Process Controllers, to ensure the effective and continuous operation of the works (24/7).
As the Process Control Engineer, you will find that no working day is the same. This will provide a very interesting, challenging, and rewarding working environment. You will also be working at one of the biggest sewage treatments works in UK and will receive full training and support for the Health & Safety, technical and process requirements related to the plant.
Due to the nature of this role, you will be required to workdays and nights on a rotational shift pattern.
Responsibilities
- Control the overall operation of the Works processes, plant, and equipment
- Monitoring, collating and reporting of data to ensure that statutory and regulatory compliance is met, and the works meet regulatory quality standards and customer demand.
- Process fault finding and suitable rectification by the first fix, raising issues to maintenance scheduler or team leader as required.
- Assist with on-site capital project works, coordinate maintenance and operational personnel raising reactive work when required, and maximise financial benefits from power generation plant.
- Undertake safety and security checks.
- Take personal responsibility for the health and safety of self and colleagues.
What we are looking for:
- A minimum of GCSE level Maths and English or equivalent
- Technical C&G or HNC desirable.
- Completion of NVQ level 2 units, BTEC or equivalent experience
- Prepared to be trained in safety procedures
- Significant experience in a relevant industry and with experience managing or controlling the relevant treatment processes
- Ability to work unsupervised on 12-hour shifts, day or night
- Fully competent at using the appropriate Company IT systems and Office software
- Previous experience with SCADA systems would be an advantage
What’s in it for you!
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with length of service and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
Thames Water is a dynamic, rewarding and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy a fulfilling career, flexible working arrangements a 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 also proud to embrace and promote diversity and believe that creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve will help us to thrive. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Find out more about working at Thames Water.
We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities and the environment can thrive. This means, when a crisis happens, we all rally round 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 a earn bit of extra money along the way.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is so we can manage all the applications properly and give candidates a positive experience. Once closed, we can’t consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.