ICA Technician Chesham, England
Job description
Who are we?
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes, keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.
At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open.
What is the purpose of this role?
The purpose of the ICA (Instrument, Control and Automation) Technician is to inspect and maintain key equipment at our Sewage treatment works. As a key member of the team, you will diagnose faults, repair and modify installations as appropriate. You will use your knowledge to work on PLC’s, automated machinery, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and telemetry systems in a safe, efficient and timely manner with minimal supervision.
What will this role involve?
To carry out instrument, control and automation maintenance on a variety of Sewage Treatment Works. Including planned maintenance and defect maintenance on PLC’s, HMI’s, instruments and drive units.
To install and modify plant and equipment, including liaison and supervision of contractors and suppliers where necessary.
To provide specialist technical advice where appropriate with up-to-date technical knowledge and provide training support for technical trainees.
What skills are we looking for?
The successful applicant will have completed an electrical/electronic approved apprenticeship. Ideally have completed a BTEC/NVQ in an electrical discipline (HNC would be preferable) and a good practical understanding of automated plant and their respective control systems.
You will have good time management and be able to work with minimum supervision under your own initiative, optimising process awareness and be knowledgeable of Health and Safety issues relevant to the industry.
Due to the nature of the role, you will need a valid driving licence
What's in it for you?
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with length of service and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
Thames Water is a dynamic, rewarding and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner. If you join our team, you’ll enjoy a fulfilling career, flexible working arrangements a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
We’re also proud to embrace and promote diversity and believe that creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve will help us to thrive. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.
Find out more about working at Thames Water.
We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities and the environment can thrive. This means, when a crisis happens, we all rally round to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and a earn bit of extra money along the way.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is so we can manage all the applications properly and give candidates a positive experience. Once closed, we can’t consider any further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
