Location
Beckton - IG11 0AD

Hours
36 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary
Up to £50,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

About the Role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a career-minded individual to join our team as a Performance Manager for the Beckton sludge stream, which includes the sludge power generator and thermal hydrolysis process. You will be responsible for leading and developing a team of skilled Mechanical, Electrical, and ICA technicians to safely achieve specific operational outputs to the required standards, within budget and deadlines. Your key responsibilities will include controlling and auditing site activity to ensure the safety of the team, contractors, and other third parties through consistent application of company Health & Safety policies. You will manage an operational team to perform effectively against internal and external targets, optimise service delivery, and champion a customer focus. Additionally, you will lead and develop team members and prepare reports and presentations for key stakeholders as required.

Benefits
Annual leave of 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays). Access to a wide range of benefits supporting health, wellbeing, and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers, and life assurance. Generous paternity leave with 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid. Enhanced maternity leave with 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay. Ongoing performance development reviews to support your growth and success. Thames Water is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive working environment with flexible working arrangements and meaningful career opportunities.

About Thames Water
We are the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving more than 16 million customers. We strive to build a better future for our customers, communities, people, and the planet. Joining Thames Water means becoming part of a passionate and skilled team dedicated to making a difference and protecting water resources for future generations. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Experience
Significant relevant industry experience, ideally within a similar role.

About you
Ability to lead and develop people within a team. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisational skills. Good knowledge of Health and Safety requirements. Full UK Driving Licence.

Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant field (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical or Engineering) is desirable but not essential.