Process / Plant Operator

Matchtech; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is recruiting for a Process / Plant Operator for a leading water and wastewater organisation. The role covers the safe, reliable operation of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs), process control, monitoring and maintenance to ensure discharge compliance.

You will monitor SCADA systems, carry out sampling and laboratory analysis, record data, review trends and support on‑call maintenance with the operations team to drive continuous improvement and environmental performance.

Qualifications

• Experience in process operations, plant operations or a related water environment.
• Understanding of process control principles and effluent treatment processes.
• Ability to monitor SCADA systems and respond to alarms.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor and maintain ETP assets per procedures and permit requirements.
• Monitor SCADA systems, respond to alarms and make informed process decisions.
• Carry out planned and reactive operational and maintenance tasks with the Maintenance Lead.
• Conduct laboratory analysis, sampling and proactive monitoring of plant performance.
• Record analytical data and maintain information within computer-based monitoring systems.
• Review trends and performance data to identify improvements and support optimisation plans.
• Purchasing and managing operational consumables, including chemicals.
• Maintain site housekeeping standards and participate in an on-call rota.

Skills

Process operations

SCADA monitoring

Data interpretation

Laboratory sampling

Maintenance coordination

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation in the water and wastewater sector, is seeking a Process / Plant Operator to support the safe, reliable and efficient operation of Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs). This permanent role involves process control, plant monitoring, maintenance support and operational decision-making to maintain optimum performance and discharge compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating, monitoring and maintaining ETP assets in line with operational procedures and Environmental Agency permit requirements
• Monitoring plant SCADA systems, responding to alarms and making informed process decisions
• Carrying out planned and reactive operational and maintenance tasks, supporting the Maintenance Lead with more complex activities
• Conducting laboratory analysis, sampling and proactive monitoring of plant performance
• Recording analytical data and maintaining accurate information within computer-based monitoring systems
• Reviewing trends and performance data to identify improvements and support optimisation plans
• Purchasing and managing operational consumables, including chemicals
• Maintaining site housekeeping standards and participating in an on-call rota

Job Requirements:

• Experience in process operations, plant operations or a related water and wastewater environment
• Understanding of process control principles and effluent treatment processes
• Ability to monitor SCADA systems and respond appropriately to alarms and changing plant conditions
• Knowledge of operational monitoring, sampling and laboratory analysis procedures
• Ability to interpret plant performance data and use trends to support proactive decision-making
• Understanding of planned and reactive maintenance activities
• Commitment to safe working practices, environmental compliance and operational excellence
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rota and work collaboratively with operational and maintenance teams

Benefits:

• Permanent opportunity within the water and wastewater sector
• Technical training and ongoing professional development
• Opportunity to contribute to plant optimisation and environmental compliance
• Supportive working environment with collaboration across operations and maintenance teams