Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator

We have a great opportunity at Crawley Sewage Treatment Works for a Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator.

As the Thermal Hydrolysis Plant Operator, you will be responsible for monitoring, inspecting and maintaining equipment, and reporting any defective items to ensure a swift repair or attempting a first-time fix yourself where possible. You will work closely with other site teams to ensure the smooth running and production of a good quality biosolids product which is used to generate green energy and is then recycled back to land.

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 (THP Operator)

• The operation of sludge digesters, boilers, high-pressure/temperature reactors, power generation plants and equipment.
• Sampling, testing basic maintenance and fault-finding of the plant and equipment.
• Gathering performance data to ensure the plant operates efficiently and that statutory and regulatory compliance is met.
• Undertaking safety and security checks and housekeeping.
• Close communication and liaison with the wider site team.

Base Location: Crawley STW RH10 3NW.

Working Pattern: 38 Hours plus the inclusion on a standby rota for which you will receive additional payment.

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.
• 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.
• As well as this, you must be prepared to be trained in safety procedures including boiler operation accreditation.
• 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 up to £33,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.  
• Company Van 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.

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.

The 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. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support you.

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, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

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.