Site Maintenance Operator
We have fantastic opportunities for you to join Thames Water and be based at our wastewater treatment site on the outskirts of Oxford. You do not need a background in the Water industry. We would welcome applications from candidates outside of the sector, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas. You will be part of a new frontline operations team that covers the sewage treatment sites.
This role is an essential front‑line role, which the business simply cannot operate without you. Every day is different, you will be working in all weather conditions, carrying out a range of tasks to ensure the essential functions of our wastewater treatment works operate to maintain the supply to our customers and protect the environment. PPM of maintenance of equipment to support the operation of the plant.
There has never been a better time to join our organisation as we build towards a greener future, tackling climate change, minimising our environmental impact and reducing our carbon footprint.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out scheduled planned maintenance work on plant and equipment in compliance with company standards and procedures to improve plant resilience.
- Operating and cleaning plant and equipment to ensure on‑site operational and health and safety standards are maintained.
- Attending to reactive jobs following plant and equipment failure.
- Keeping sites clean and tidy and undertaking safety and security checks.
- Always working safely and complying with all Health and Safety guidance and procedures.
Base Location: Oxford Sewage Treatment Works, OX4 4YU.
Working Pattern: During your initial training period (estimated between six months and 12 months), you will work 38 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 am to 3:36 pm. Following this training phase, you will transition to a rotating shift pattern that includes Monday to Sunday—early, day, late, and night shifts, for which you will receive additional payment.
Requirements
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:
- Self‑motivated and prepared to become a part of a fantastic team.
- Have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can‑do attitude.
- Able to respond quickly to fixing faults, being curious to fully understand the problem, and identifying the best solution to resolve it the first time.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with the team.
- Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
- Full UK driver’s licence.
Benefits
- Competitive salary starting from £28,335 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
- 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with length of service (plus bank holidays).
- Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
- Access to benefits to support health, wellbeing, and finances, including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, let us know. We’ll be here to help and support.
Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert early, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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