Ica Technician

**Who are we?**
Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company. We make a daily difference to our 15 million customers by supplying 2.6 billion litres of water through 32,000 km of pipes_,_ keeping taps flowing and toilets flushing.?
At Thames Water, every one of our actions, big and small, matters every day. Water is essential to life, so our business is always open.
**What is the purpose of this role?**
The purpose of the ICA (Instrument, Control and Automation) Technician is to inspect and maintain key equipment at our Sewage treatment works. As a key member of the team, you will diagnose faults, repair and modify installations as appropriate. You will useyour knowledge to work on PLC’s, automated machinery, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and telemetry systems in a safe, efficient and timely manner with mínimal supervision.
**What will this role involve?**
To carry out instrument, control and automation maintenance on a variety of Sewage Treatment Works. Including planned maintenance and defect maintenance on PLC’s, HMI’s, instruments and drive units.
To install and modify plant and equipment, including liaison and supervision of contractors and suppliers where necessary.
To provide specialist technical advice where appropriate with up-to-date technical knowledge and provide training support for technical trainees.
**What skills are we looking for?**
The successful applicant will have completed an electrical/electronic approved apprenticeship.Ideallyhave completed a BTEC/NVQ in an electrical discipline (HNC would be preferable) and a good practical understanding of automated plant and their respectivecontrol systems.
You will have good time management and be able to work with minimum supervision under your own initiative, optimising process awareness and be knowledgeable of Health and Safety issues relevant to the industry.
**Due to the nature of the role, you will need a valid driving licence.**
**What's in it for you?**
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 24 days holiday per year increasing to 28 with length of service and a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you moneyand support your wellbeing.
Thames Water is a dynamic,?rewarding?and diverse place to work, with opportunities around every corner.If you join our team, you’ll enjoy a fulfilling career, flexible working?arrangements?a wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packedfull of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.
Find out more about?working at Thames Water.
We deliver life's essential service so our customers, communities and the environment can thrive. This means, when a crisis happens, we all rally round to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customerson 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 a earn bit of extra money along the way.