Operations Integration Engineer

Are you a problem-solver passionate about integrating cutting-edge solutions in significant infrastructure projects? We’re seeking an Operations Integration Engineer to join our team, delivering innovative solutions to ensure compliance, efficiency, and top-tier performance at Mogden STW, one of the UK’s largest sewage treatment works.

What you’ll be doing as an Operations Integration Engineer

• Promoting Thames Water’s Health and Safety Three Zeros culture of ‘Zero Incidents, Zero Harm & Zero Compromise’ by supporting the well-being of team members, colleagues, and contractors.
• Ensure the project teams and operations understand the underlying drivers of needs and any operational synergies across their operational area and broader programme.
• Adopt the standardised approach to operational engagement to ensure efficient governance and that the engagement meets the necessary quality standards.
• Ensure that AIR deliverables are agreed upon with the Operational Team and other parts of the business as required.
• Support the design process, ensuring Operational layouts and functionality align with Best Operating Practices. Support of key design reviews (Solutions review / Challenge Workshop, HAZOP, HAZCOM, SWIFT)
• Understand and agree on the site access, mobilisation, and availability of plant and personnel to facilitate construction, integration, commissioning, training, and Take Over.
• Work with the Operational team to ensure that all necessary permits are obtained to maximise the project's benefits while protecting the works' operation.
• Liaise with project teams to ensure that ownership and responsibilities are fulfilled during the Takeover process and that deliverables are available at the required time.
• Agree on appropriate post-Take Overworks.

Hybrid – Mogden Sewage Treatment Works
As part of this role, you must be on-site and in the office 3 days a week, working 36 hours a week, Monday through Friday.
The successful candidate must have a driver's license and access to a car, but please do apply if you don't, as we are open to candidates without a vehicle.

What you should bring to the role

• Have an HNC or above in an appropriate engineering subject or significant experience in a similar role
• Be experienced in managing sites and liaising with large teams 
• Be knowledgeable in construction design and management regulations
• Have an appreciation of operational issues/constraints and the ability to help develop solutions fitting to the needs
• Understand the Capital Delivery process and forms of contract
• Understanding of the development of design, construction, and operation of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of performance and quality management

What’s in it for you? 

• Competitive salary from £40,000 to £60,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
• 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 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 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, 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.