Location
Brixton, London (Brixton WTW SW2 1SB)

Hours
38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 3:30 pm plus standby rota payments and overtime opportunities after completion of essential company training

Salary
Starting from £28,335 per annum depending on skills and experience

About the Role
We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join our team covering water production sites, reservoirs, and pumping stations across Southwest London. No prior experience in the water industry is required; we welcome applications from candidates outside the sector who can bring fresh perspectives and ideas. This is an essential front-line role critical to the operation of our business. You will work in all weather conditions carrying out a range of tasks to ensure the water treatment works operate effectively, maintaining supply to customers and protecting the environment. Your duties will include planned preventative maintenance of equipment to support plant operation.

Key responsibilities include:
- Operating plant and equipment used in groundwater treatment to meet strict drinking water standards, including cleaning, basic maintenance, routine checks, and fault-finding
- Monitoring, collating, and reporting data to ensure statutory and regulatory compliance
- Conducting health, safety, and security checks, reporting hazards, near misses, and incidents, and escalating issues promptly
- Accurately reporting faults and recording work and asset information using a field laptop to improve business performance
- Receiving chemical deliveries and ensuring correct checks and paperwork are completed
- Providing technical assistance and guidance to new starters and colleagues
- Attending team meetings, engaging with safety briefings, company communications, and providing constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement

There has never been a better time to join Thames Water as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising environmental impact, and reducing our carbon footprint.

Experience
No previous experience in the water industry is required. A willingness to learn and a proactive attitude are essential.

About you
- Self-motivated with a disciplined, can-do attitude
- Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively
- Takes ownership of faults, demonstrates curiosity to understand problems fully, and identifies effective solutions
- Proactive in making recommendations and improvements around the site
- Prepared to be trained in safety procedures
- Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards
- Must hold a full UK driving licence

Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required for this role, but a full UK driving licence is essential due to the nature of the work.