Job Description

Who are we?

Thames Water is the UK\xe2\x80\x99s 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. We are passionate in providing opportunities to be part of our future plans in delivering everyone\xe2\x80\x99s water!

About The Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our water treatment team for a Process Technician in the Oxford area. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact on the delivery of wholesome water to Thames Water\xe2\x80\x99s customers

Your daily activities will range from testing, routine checks, basic maintenance, and problem-solving to ensure safe and efficient operation of the water treatment works. In addition, the candidate will be responsible for reactive work such as fault finding and responding to emergency breakdowns. Full process training will be provided.

You will be expected to take ownership of your own and colleagues health and safety through escalating any concerns to your manager or resolving them yourself where possible and appropriate. This will involve making sure the work area and site is safe before commencing any work by undertaking a risk assessment.

This is an outside, hands-on role and very rewarding for someone who wants to get stuck in and be part of a team that plays an invaluable role for serving our customers.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for you to:

• Have basic literacy and numeracy skills
• Previous operative experience would be beneficial but is not essential \xe2\x80\x93 we welcome people who are keen to learn
• Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures
• Some computer data input/enquiry experience is desirable however not essential. The ability to operate modern technology as work will be scheduled through this system
• You will be a team player and must be passionate about your own personal development and keen to learn a new industry
• Must have full UK Driving Licence

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you:

You will receive full training for health & safety and plant-related processes. You will join a close-knit team with a family feel and gain invaluable experience from your mentor and the wider team who will ensure you feel supported throughout your training and beyond.

Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with a length of service and a wider benefits scheme.

If you join our team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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 well-being

We\xe2\x80\x99re 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 to our customers, communities, and the environment can thrive. This means, that when a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you\xe2\x80\x99ll 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\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99t consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment

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