Instrumentation, Control & Automation (ICA) Technician/Engineer, Wastewater

About the Role

Join our Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and improve ICA systems across multiple sites. You will ensure compliance, reliability, and efficiency of control systems while supporting continuous improvement. We offer a monitored career path and training to get you where you want to be. If you only have some of the skillsets listed below, please still apply and start your learning journey within ICA at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

What you will be responsible for

• Planned, Reactive & Proactive maintenance including Fault Finding, Calibration, Testing, Investigation and Programming on such equipment sets as; Telemetry Systems, Instrumentation (Flowmeters, Level transmitters, Pressure transducers, Temperature probes, etc…). Analysers (Dissolved Oxygen, MLSS, Turbidity, etc…). MCC & LVA (Low Voltage Assemblies) with PLC Control. Control (Networks, MCC/LVA components, PID controllers). Dosing Equipment. Automation (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems). + More!
• Implement complex process improvements and diagnose control system faults on PLC types such as; Rockwell, Mitsubishi and a range of package plant PLC’s.
• PLC Software Control via backups and routine verification. Maintaining a change control system when software is requested.
• HMI & SCADA system backups and modifications.
• Setup and maintenance of site control networks (Ethernet, DH+, Profibus, Profinet, RS232, etc..), including managed switch configuration.
• Conduct planned maintenance and/or calibrate instrumentation to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] standards to ensure reliability and accuracy.
• Respond to faults/ alarms as guided by the Regional Control Centre.
• Undertake investigative work on instruments and process issues at wastewater plants, identifying any faults and implementing remedial action.
• Calibration of wastewater equipment to external national standards such as HACCP and MCerts.
• Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner to maintain internal change control standards.
• Implement system modifications from Operational Team requests to help improve process control or compliance.
• Gather evidence to help with Root Cause Analysis and implement changes as required.
• To coach and train team members to develop their skills.

Additional Requirements

Travel across multiple sites with a company van provided.

Benefits

• A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card
• Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage)
• Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution)
• For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page or see below.

What you’ll bring to the role

Essential:

• NVQ3 in Electrical or Electronic Engineering OR a time-served apprenticeship.
• An ONC or HNC in Instrumentation, Electronics, Control or equivalent.
• Excellent problem solving and fault-finding skills.
• Experience within Instrumentation or Control or Automation.
• Strong documentation skills for regulatory compliance reporting.
• Collaborative, with good communication skills.
• Enthusiasm for learning and growth.
• Full, current UK driving license.

Desirable:

• Enthusiasm for learning and growth.
• Collaborative, with good communication skills.
• Experience within a process orientated industry such as water utility, petrochemical, electricity, manufacturing or similar.

Progression Opportunities

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers monitored career paths, training, and development opportunities.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Additional Information

In line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks, including security vetting. Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.