Process Controller

United Utilities; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 26 days + 4 progressive

Pension up to 14%

Bonus scheme

Healthcare plan

Gym discounts

Best Doctors

Salary Finance

Wealth at Work

Deals and discounts

EVolve Car Scheme

Employee assistance

Mental health support

ShareBuy

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

United Utilities is seeking a Process Control Technician to join the on-site operations team at Dunham Wastewater Treatment Works. You will ensure safe, efficient and compliant energy-from-waste processes, maintaining equipment and driving plant performance improvements.

The role requires a full UK driving license, hands-on operational experience, and the ability to follow SOPs within a safety-focused site environment.

Qualifications

• Sound level of practical or hands-on experience in an operational, engineering or process-based environment.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and health & safety guidelines.
• Strong awareness of working safely in a site-based or industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimise Wastewater treatment sites and Last in Line Pumping Stations.
• Complete on-time planned workload of cyclic tasks and record reactive tasks.
• Perform weekly reviews and provide input and support as required.
• Provide reliable, accurate and complete asset performance information.
• Analyse and recommend solutions to recurring process problems.
• Work towards an accredited qualification relevant to the role and complete health, safety, technical and behavioural training.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors on site to ensure safe and compliant work.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Hands-on experience

SOPs & safety rules

Site safety awareness

Proactive mindset

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job number UU06409 Country United Kingdom Region Manchester Location name Dunham Wastewater Treatment Works, Woodhouse Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 5SF Posting End Date 17/09/2026 Band 6a Role Type Permanent Work hours 37 Hours per Week Salary £40,232

Are you someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, enjoys problem-solving, andwants to make a real difference? Join a skilled, supportive team playing a key role in running waste into renewable energy-helping power communities while protecting the planet.

As a Process Control Technician, you’ll be based on site and work as part of a close-knit operations team, carrying out a mix of proactive, planned and responsive tasks to ensure our energy-from-waste processes run safely, efficiently, and compliantly. This is a role where no two days are the same-and where your actions have real impact.

You’ll work within clear quality and safety frameworks and build strong working relationships across the site, helping spot and solve issues that could affect compliance, performance or environmental targets. Whether your maintaining equipment, optimising plant performance, or contributing to continuous improvement, you’ll be part of something meaningful-and you’ll be supported to grow across different parts of the operation.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Operation and optimisation of Wastewater treatment sites and Last in Line Pumping Stations
• Completing on time planned workload of cyclic tasks and the recording of reactive tasks.
• Completing weekly reviews and providing input and support where required
• Providing reliable, accurate and complete asset performance information.
• Analysing and recommending solutions to recurring process problems.
• You will be required to work towards an accredited qualification or standard that is relevant to your role in addition to a number of other health and safety, technical and behavioural training courses.
• Working towards and maintaining an accredited qualification relevant to your role, alongside health and safety, technical and behavioural training programmes.
• Coordinating and supervising contractors on site to ensure all work is completed safely, compliantly and in line with operational standards.

This role may not be eligible for sponsorship

What You'll Bring:

• Full UK driving license is essential, as you may need to travel to and between sites as part of the role.
• A sound level of practical or hands-on experience in an operational, engineering or process-based environment.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOP’s) health & safety rules and environmental guidelines.
• Strong awareness of working safely in a site-based or industrial setting.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to spot and respond to potential issues.
• Willingness to learn and build technical knowledge relevant renewable and waste treatment processes.
• Strong team player who communicates well with others across different roles.
• This role will require out of hours standby.

What You'll Get:

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Salary - £40,232
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Knutsford Wastewater Treatment Works, Off Knutsford Road, Shawheath, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 7PS
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.