Outdoor Water Operations Technician

South West Water Limited; Okehampton; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Healthcare benefits

Professional development

Employee discounts

Generous annual leave

Job summary

South West Water Limited in Okehampton is hiring a Catchment Operator to join our Treatment team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will monitor and maintain on-site operations, ensuring compliance and protecting the environment, while working 37 hours per week with a standby and weekend rota after training.

The role offers a competitive salary (£27,523 per annum) plus a standby/ weekend allowance, progression through our grading structure, and opportunities for development within a supportive

Qualifications

• GCSEs including Maths, English and a Science subject.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out on-site monitoring and maintenance to ensure effective site operation and compliance requirements are maintained.
• Responding effectively to site conditions and monitoring information to ensure compliance is maintained and the environment is protected.
• Storing and handling chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS procedures and relevant Health & Safety standards.
• Using the iSCADA control system.
• Adhering to schedules, business rules and procedures.
• Liaising with colleagues and other areas of the business to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Dealing effectively with customer queries when approached directly and escalating where appropriate.
• Participating in standby, call-out and weekend working rotas.
• Travelling throughout the region and supporting other operational areas when required.

Skills

Outdoor work

Proactive attitude

Microsoft Office

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Science

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

iSCADA control system

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

South West Water Limited in Okehampton is hiring a Catchment Operator to join our Treatment team on a full-time, permanent basis. You will monitor and maintain on-site operations, ensuring compliance and protecting the environment, while working 37 hours per week with a standby and weekend rota after training.

The role offers a competitive salary (£27,523 per annum) plus a standby/ weekend allowance, progression through our grading structure, and opportunities for development within a supportive