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Engineering Opportunities at Thames Water

Meriden Media
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG1 8DB, England

Salary

£75,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Thames Water is seeking engineers at all career stages to join their team in AMP8, focusing on water and wastewater networks.
  • Candidates should hold an Engineering Degree or equivalent HNC and have knowledge of project delivery in process industries.
  • The roles offer a competitive salary between £40,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on skills, experience, and the level of the role applied for.
  • Successful candidates will enjoy 26 days of holiday per year, increasing to 30 with service, along with various benefits including a contributory pension.
  • The position requires 2-3 office and site visits per week, with flexible working arrangements available.

Engineering Opportunities at Thames Water


Are you ready to advance your engineering career? Thames Water is seeking engineers at all career stages to join us in AMP8 and shape the future of water and wastewater networks.


As part of our team, youll be at the forefront of modern engineering projectsdeveloping, maintaining, and upgrading critical infrastructure to ensure a sustainable future. This isnt just a job; its a mission to deliver lifes essential services to millions.


Be a driving force in Thames Waters engineering evolution. Apply today.


Engineering Opportunities at Thames Water


This is an insight into the main aspects of the engineering roles at Thames Water. Some may not be mentioned, depending on the role level.

  • Coordinate the development of Project Briefs based on the needs defined by Asset Management.
  • Understand project risks and coordinate mitigation activities. Collect documents and information to inform contractor pricing and risk provision.
  • Prepare and support technical reviews through the projects' Definition, De-Risking, and Detail Design phases.
  • Carry out Technical Assurance checks and audits of Contractor activities and outputs through the detailed design and Construction phases of projects.
  • Get the proper technical outcomes from the Project Definition Briefs and maximise value by understanding risks and providing mitigation.
  • Input and continuously improve Technical Asset Standards.
  • Provide Design sign-off between Asset Management and Capital Delivery as the Delivery Stream dictates.
  • Provide Technical assurance during the delivery, commissioning, and handover of Assets.

These roles will be hybrid, with an office base in the Thames Water region. The role will require office and site visits 2-3 days a week as the business needs.


The standard hours are Monday Friday, 36 hours a week. However, we are flexible on working hours and patterns, so please apply if you are looking for an alternative to this.


The ideal candidate will have access to transportation and hold a driver's licence, but please do apply if you do not currently have this.


What you should bring to the role

  • Hold an ICA, Electrical, Mechanical, Process or Civil Engineering Degree, or an equivalent Engineering HNC.
  • Knowledge of developing technical project solutions and Briefs in their specific discipline.
  • Understanding of project delivery in process industries.
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety in the Construction Industry.
  • Understanding of industrial processes in their engineering discipline.

Whats in it for you?

  • Competitive salary between £40,000 to £75,000 per annum depending on the skills and experience of successful candidates and the level of the role application submitted for.
  • 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 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 wellbeing.

Find out more about ourbenefits and perks


Who are we?

Were the UKs 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. Its a big job and weve 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 ourpurpose 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, youll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

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

So, if youre looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of peoples lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, well 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 therecruitment process. We aim to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, were here tohelp and supportyou.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, youll 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. Its 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.

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