Process Operator

UNITED UTILITIES; Manchester; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in Manchester seeks a hands-on individual for a maintenance role focused on wastewater treatment. Key responsibilities include operational tasks, environmental compliance, and routine inspections. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in related industries and strong problem-solving skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,952 plus bonuses, annual leave, pension contributions, and health care benefits.

Benefits

£30,952 salary

Up to 7.5% bonus

26-30 days annual leave

Up to 14% employer pension contribution

Company-funded healthcare plan

EV car scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a related industry with operational environments.
• Knowledge of environmental output standards.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out operational and maintenance tasks across treatment processes.
• Ensure sites meet environmental regulations.
• Perform routine checks and inspections.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work outdoors

Team-focused

Adaptability to changing tasks

Education

Accredited qualification relevant to the role

Job description

• We’re looking for someone hands-on, team focused individual to help keep our wastewater treatment sites running smoothly.
• Based on site, you’ll carry out essential tasks across a number of treatment sites, helping us meet important environmental, safety and customer standards.
• From taking samples and readings to cleaning and routine checks, your work will play a key part in protecting public health, the environment, and the communities we serve.
• Key accountabilities include carrying out day-to-day operational and maintenance tasks across wastewater treatment processes.
• Helping ensure our sites meet environmental regulations and performance targets.
• Taking a hands-on approach to both planned and reactive work.
• Adapting to change tasks and priorities as needed.
• Carry out routine checks, inspections, and maintenance tasks across operational sites.
• Support with investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions where required.
  A full UK driving license is required.
• Worked in a related industry with similar operational environments and technical demands.
• Knowledge of environmental output standards, compliance requirements, and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet.
• Able to always follow processes and work safely.
• Comfortable working in a physically active, hands-on role.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A flexible approach to work changing tasks and priorities.
• Willingness and ability to work towards an accredited qualification relevant to the role.

• United Utilities are responsible for water and wastewater services in the Northwest of England. Their purpose is to provide great water for a stronger, greener and healthier Northwest.

  £30,952 salary + up to 7.5% bonus

  26-30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

  Up to 14% employer pension contribution

  Company-funded healthcare plan

  EV car scheme, gym discounts, and more