Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator

Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ

Job title: Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator
Ref: 39984
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Crossness - Abbey Wood, South East London - SE2 9AQ
Contract type: Permanent
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: Competitive salary starting between £28,000 & £35,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
Job grade: A
Closing date: 21/04/2025

We have a great opportunity at Crossness Sewage Treatment Works for a Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator. This is an exciting role where you will be working as part of the thermal hydrolysis process team, a key part of the site's day to day operation and hugely important for maximising green power generation using THP, CHP and Boiler plant on site.

Please note that internally the role will be known as THP Operator (Thermal Hydrolysis Process Operator).

What you'll be doing as a Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator:

• Gathering samples and carrying out laboratory analysis.
• Visual inspection of key areas and in-line monitor checking/calibrating.
• Monitoring, interpretation, collating and reporting of analysis data to ensure the correct process operation, and to meet statutory and regulatory Thames Water compliance requirements.
• Operation of plant and equipment, ensuring continuous operation of THP and associated plants and processes to maximise power throughout.
• Undertake safety, security, and housekeeping checks.
• Take personal responsibility for health and safety of self and colleagues.

What you should bring to the role:

• Be able to demonstrate confidence, flexibility, initiative, problem-solving skills, ability to work with your hands and a willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of the process industry plant such as pumps, centrifuges, and boilers (good understanding of combustion, steam generation & heat transfer) would be an advantage, but more importantly will be your flexibility, ability, and willingness to learn.
• Previous SCADA experience would be advantageous but not essential, full training will be provided (BOAS, permit to work, Forklift, Chemical delivery, Working at height, Overhead crane, Operation shadowing).
• Basic IT proficiency for operational tasks and record-keeping.
• Full, valid UK driving licence to travel across Thames Water sites.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary starting between £28,000 & £35,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
• Tools and PPE are provided.
• Full training package provided.
• Annual Leave 24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of your and your family's health and wellbeing, and your finances - from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

We're the UK's largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive. It's a big job and we've got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you'll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Whether you're interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we're looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you're looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people's lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we'll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.