Location
Abbey Mills - Stratford - E15 2RN

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 our strategic pumping stations across North-East London and support the team on larger-scale projects. No prior water industry experience is required; we welcome candidates from outside the sector who bring fresh perspectives and ideas.

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.

Key responsibilities include completing routine checks, basic planned preventative maintenance, and problem-solving to ensure smooth pumping station operations; 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; completing confined space entries for inspections, maintenance, and fault finding; providing technical assistance and guidance to new and existing colleagues; and actively participating in team meetings, safety briefings, and company communications while offering constructive feedback and suggestions for improvements.

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 water industry experience required. Candidates from other sectors with a willingness to learn and bring fresh ideas are encouraged to apply.

About you
- Self-motivated and able to integrate well within a team environment
- Disciplined with a strong desire to learn and a positive, can-do attitude
- Able to respond quickly and take ownership of faults, demonstrating curiosity to understand and resolve issues effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player committed to shared goals
- Proactive in recommending improvements and communicating effectively
- Prepared to be trained in safety procedures
- Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards
- Must hold a full UK driver's licence

Qualifications
Full UK driver's licence is essential. No other formal qualifications are specified, but a commitment to training and development is expected.