Operational Technician

Severn Trent; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK seeks a Shift Operational Technician at the Net Zero Hub, Strongford. The successful candidate will operate and maintain equipment, ensuring efficient water treatment processes while adhering to company policies. A passion for learning and relevant qualifications are vital. The company offers competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and generous leave policies.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Dedicated training and development

Family friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in Wastewater Treatment or Sludge Treatment process knowledge is advantageous.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain a diverse range of equipment.
• Ensure sites are operated at minimum cost and in an energy efficient way.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Passion for learning

Ability to work unsupervised

Flexible approach

Education

Level 2 – Waste Water Process Operator qualification

Job description

Overview

Hello, we’re Severn Trent and we think water is wonderful. Oh, we’re pretty keen on people too.

24 hours a day, 365 days a year we serve 4.8 million households and business across the heart of the UK. Each cuppa drank and every toilet flushed is only possible because of the 6,500 brilliant team members working across our patch.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality. We know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our customers and the communities where they live.

If you want to do more because you care, we’d love to talk to you. There really is something for everyone here.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Severn Trent's investment of £40 million in transforming the Strongford wastewater treatment plant, Barlaston in Stoke-On-Trent into a world first Net Zero Hub (NZH), including £10 million from the Ofwat Innovation Fund, marks a significant step towards their goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.

This initiative not only demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability but also sets a benchmark in environmental best practice. The integration of advanced greenhouse gas (GHG) monitoring and technological innovation at the NZH will influence the industry widely, promoting a shift towards more sustainable practice.

Responsibilities

Our Waste Water Recycling team have a great opportunity for you to join as our new Shift operationalTechnician located at the Net Zero Hub, Strongford sewage treatment works. The role will be to safely operate and maintain a diverse range of equipment and it’s not just about operating a sewerage plant and equipment, you’ll protect and enhance our regions environment, whilst providing an essential service to the community.

With support and training you’ll become part of a team of experts who are at the front line of enhancing our regions rivers. Day to day you’ll be responsible for making sure our treatment processes are working optimally to deliver this important work. But don’t worry there will be plenty of people on hand to support and come up with solutions to help you succeed. We’ll also welcome your ideas and a new mindset to continually improve what we do on a day-to-day basis.

So, if you care about the environment, are curious about how things work and have the courage to challenge ways of work, we are absolutely certain you will be proud to work for Severn Trent.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a shift pattern. Will be 7 day pattern of Mornings (6am-2pm), Afternoons (2-10pm), Nights (10pm-6am) and Days, with generous time off between patterns.

Any additional technical training required will also be covered.

Some of your other key accountabilities will include:

• Passion to learn and work towards Operator technical training in Sewage and Sludge Treatment.
• Ensure sites and assets are operated at the minimum cost and in an energy efficient way.
• Comply with and contribute to statutory, company & treatment works policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate positive attitudes and behaviours.
• Ability to work unsupervised and within a team framework to meet deadlines
• Flexible approach, with the ability to react quickly and efficiently to changes on any given day or over the course of the job role

What you’ll bring to the role

Having experience in Wastewater Treatment or Sludge Treatment process knowledge would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be required to achieve the qualification Level 2 – Waste Water Process Operator as part of their which will be delivered by our Academy. A full UK driving licence would be essential.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care.Is that you?

What’s in it for you

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent, and we’ll reward you for it too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Family friendly policies (including, a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Two volunteering days per year

What’s next?

We can’t wait to hear from you. Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. We’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails. And if this has sparked your curiosity, and you're wanting to find out even more, search#LifeAtSevernTrenton social media.