What you’ll be doing
as the Project Support Technician
1. Investigating network issues to resolve pressure abnormalities, leakage queries, metering concerns, and supply interruptions
2. Liaising with all stakeholders to ensure efficient project delivery, whilst upholding Thames Water values and behaviours
3. Supporting teams on Pressure Management Maintenance when needed
4. Supporting the completion of checking key High Consequence Valves and High-Risk Valves to maintain business compliance
5. Promoting health and safety by modelling best practice and identifying improvements
Base Location: Highworth – SN6 7NA, Bourne End – SL8 5NT
Hours: Monday- Friday, 38 Hours per week, plus opportunities for overtime
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:
6. Full UK driving licence, as this role involves travelling between multiple sites. You will be provided with a van and the relevant tools/equipment
7. Ability to work autonomously as well as within a highly organised team
8. Adaptability and a can-do attitude, as you will be required to work in all weather conditions and tackle a range of different challenges
It would be beneficial for you to have:
9. Knowledge of the clean water network, and an understanding of domestic plumbing, water mains, & leakage detection
10. A water industry qualification, or current certifications that cover Water Hygiene, NRSWA unit 2, disinfection, sampling, flushing, valve operations, and/or CALM
11. First Aid Training
12. An understanding of the Permit to Work system
What’s in it for you?
13. Competitive salary starting from £29,000 to £37,440 per annum, depending on skills and experience
14. 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
15. Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
16. Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
17. Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
18. Generous Pension Scheme through AON
19. Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
20. Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay!
21. Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.