Location
Hybrid basis depending on responsibilities: Crossness STW (SE2), Deephams STW (N9), or Iver STW (SL3), London.

Hours
Full time (hours not specified)

Salary
£37,114 per annum

About the Role
We are recruiting a Biosolids 360 Machine Operative to work on-site safely driving and operating the Division’s vehicles and stockpiling biosolids, referred to as CAKE. You will transfer the CAKE to different points and may also be required to refuel various machines within the Thames Water site. This role involves operating plant machinery, including driving and operating a 360-degree excavator (approximately 15 tons plus) and shovelling CAKE using a loading shovel. Refuelling machinery across the site and operating equipment professionally and safely, in accordance with Thames Water standards and legal requirements, are key responsibilities. The role is also known internally as a Biosolids Operator.

What’s in it for you?
Join a collaborative and supportive team where no two days are the same. You will work alongside passionate practical engineers focused on safe, efficient, and cost-effective project delivery while maintaining process integrity at operational sites. Benefits include 24 days holiday per year (increasing to 28 with length of service, plus bank holidays), a contributory defined contribution pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution, annual personal medical assessments, and access to a wider benefits scheme designed to support your wellbeing and save you money.

About Thames Water
We are the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers. We are committed to building a better future for our customers, communities, people, and the planet. Thames Water offers a unique, rewarding, and diverse workplace with fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and excellent benefits. Join us to make a daily difference while helping protect water resources for future generations. We are an inclusive employer and provide support throughout the recruitment process to remove barriers to success.

Experience
- Essential: Driving licence (a van is provided)
- Essential: Experience operating a 360-degree excavator (approx. 15 tons plus)
- Desirable: Experience using a loading shovel
- Desirable: CITB qualification for using wheeled loaders

About you
We are looking for a reliable and safety-conscious individual who can operate machinery professionally and with consideration for others. You should be able to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to a dynamic work environment. A commitment to maintaining high safety standards and following operational procedures is essential.

Qualifications
Relevant machinery operation experience is required; specific qualifications such as CITB for wheeled loaders are desirable but not mandatory.