Location
Abbey Mills - Stratford - E15 2RN, London

Hours
38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby rota payments and overtime opportunities upon completion of essential company training

Salary
Starting from £29,349 per annum, depending on skills and experience

About the Role
We have a great opportunity for a Process Technician to join a close and supportive Operations team within Strategic Pumping and Trunk Sewers. You will focus on maintaining and improving strategic pumping stations across North-East London and support the team on larger-scale projects. This essential front-line role involves performing a range of activities to ensure all plant and equipment associated with strategic pumping stations and trunk sewers in London are kept serviceable, safe, and efficient.

You do not need a background in the water industry; we welcome applications from candidates outside the sector who can bring fresh perspectives and ideas. There has never been a better time to join us as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising environmental impact, and reducing our carbon footprint.

Key responsibilities include:
- Completing routine checks, basic planned preventative maintenance, and problem-solving to ensure smooth running of pumping stations
- Monitoring plant efficiency and identifying trends
- Undertaking health, safety, and security checks, reporting hazards, near misses, and incidents including statutory testing for legionella, fire, and housekeeping
- Operating large storm pumping stations and mechanical equipment to provide safe plant and hydraulic flow isolations
- Completing confined space entries for inspections, maintenance, and fault finding
- Providing technical assistance and guidance to new starters and colleagues
- Attending team meetings, engaging with safety briefings and company communications, and raising constructive feedback with management

Experience
No specific water industry experience required. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds who are motivated to learn and contribute.

About you
- Self-motivated with a disciplined, can-do attitude
- Ability to immerse yourself in the team and learn from others
- Ownership mindset: respond quickly to faults, be curious to understand problems fully, and identify effective solutions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong team player with a proactive approach to recommendations and improvements
- Prepared to be trained in safety procedures
- Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards
- Full UK driving licence is essential due to the nature of the role

Qualifications
Full UK driving licence is required. Other qualifications are not mandatory but a willingness to learn and develop is essential.