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ICA Technician

Newbury
1 week ago
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About the role:

We currently have an opportunity for an instrumentation, control & automation (ICA) technician to work in our Latton or Newbury sites, depending on your location.

As the successful candidate, you will be working in multi-disciplinary teams alongside a range of operational teams such as systems, mechanical, and electrical technicians.
You will be responsible for installing, modifying, and commissioning new plant equipment to relevant standards and for diagnosing and repairing faults in systems and plants. Proactively identifying and reporting work for enhancement and delivering cost-effective improvements to assets and systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to Thames Water's environmental impact, and you will be actively helping to reduce pollution from our sites.

What you’ll be doing as the ICA Technician

You will be required to carry out instrumentation, control, and automation maintenance on a variety of water production assets, including planned maintenance and preventative and reactive maintenance. There will be a need to liaise with and supervise contractors and suppliers where necessary.
This vital role also involves the investigation into plant failures and the implementation of subsequent repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible to avoid interruptions to the supply process. Additionally, you will conduct risk assessments and create appropriate method statements when required to safely carry out maintenance activities.
You will be responsible for providing specialist technical advice where appropriate, with up-to-date technical knowledge, and provide training support for technical trainees and supporting project development and input into capital delivery projects.
Base Location: Latton, Cirencester or Speen - Newbury, depending on your location.

Working Pattern 38 Hours Monday- Friday 7:30 am – 15:36 pm plus standby & overtime opportunity increasing earnings by a potential £8,000-£10,000.
All PPE, tools, van and fuel card are provided.

What you should bring to the role

A strong practical understanding of operational plant and control systems is essential. As well as an understanding of Wonderware (desirable) and ClearSCADA, relay logic and PLCS (Rockwell & Alan Bradley), which will include management and programming. The ideal candidate will have the ability to read and fault find from circuit diagrams, as well as have previous experience with inverter drives.
Examples of some instrumentation you could be working on are flow meters, pressure levels, ultrasonics, and telemetry.
We are looking for someone with experience in the calibration and maintenance of front-line instrumentation. Ideally, you will be qualified to HNC level or otherwise will have City and Guilds Part 2 or NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in an electrical subject.
Ability to prioritise and self-motivate.
Due to the nature of the role, a valid driving license is essential, and the post will work across several sites in your assigned region.
We are looking for you to

Be a self-motivated individual who can immerse themselves into the team around them, you need to be very disciplined, have the desire to learn from those around you and have a can-do attitude. This role can be demanding at times, but very rewarding too.
Take Ownership of responding quickly to 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.
Teamwork – We are one team, and our end goals are the same.
Proactive – take the lead on recommendations and improvements around the site and communicate effectively.
Must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures.
Knowledge and awareness of health and safety standards.
What’s in it for you?

Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Standby rota payments & Overtime opportunities can increase this earning potential by up to a further £8,000-£10,000 per annum upon completion of essential company training.
24 days holiday per year, increasing to 28 days with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.
Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

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.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around 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 and meet colleagues.

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

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