What you’ll be doing
as the Thermal Hydrolysis Process Technician
1. The operation of sludge digesters, boilers, high-pressure/temperature reactors, power generation plants and equipment.
2. Sampling, testing, basic maintenance and fault-finding of the plant and equipment.
3. Gathering performance data to ensure the plant operates efficiently and that statutory and regulatory compliance is met.
4. Undertake safety and security checks and housekeeping. As well as Close communication and liaison with the wider site team.
5. You will also be responsible for the effluent stream for the STW.
Base Location: Chertsey Sewage Treatment Works (STW).
Working Pattern 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 3:36 pm plus standby & overtime opportunity for which you will receive additional payment.
All PPE and tools are provided.
What you should bring to the role
6. Be able to demonstrate confidence, flexibility, initiative, problem-solving skills, ability to work with your hands and a willingness to learn.
7. If you can already demonstrate knowledge and/or experience of working with boilers and energy generation plants, or process equipment, such as pumps and gearboxes, that would be beneficial.
8. As well as this, you must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures, including confined space entry and boiler operation accreditation.
9. You must have basic literacy and numeracy skills, and some computer data input or enquiry experience is desirable, but not essential, as well as the completion of NVQ level 2 units as a minimum (or equivalent).
10. A full current driving license is essential for this role.
What’s in it for you
11. Competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
12. Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential after training.
13. 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
14. Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
15. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
16. Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.