Process Technician - Multiskilled

Southern Water; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Multiskilled Process Technician to enhance their Waste Water Treatment Team. This role focuses on the maintenance and repair of essential treatment works and pumping stations, ensuring operational standards are met. The ideal candidate will possess mechanical and/or electrical expertise, contributing to compliance and process improvement. With a commitment to career progression and training, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on environmental sustainability. Join a dedicated team and help ensure smooth operations for the community and the environment.

Benefits

Company van and fuel card

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

BUPA cash plan

Free annual flu jab

Pension contributions up to 11%

Employee assistance program

Company and performance-related bonus

Life assurance at 4x salary

Electric car scheme

Study support for relevant qualifications

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work is essential.
• Understanding of wastewater treatment processes is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards and reduce pollution.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical expertise

Electrical expertise

Communication skills

Understanding of pumping station operation

Resilience and adaptability

Education

Level 3 NVQ in mechanical work

Level 3 NVQ in electrical work

Tools

PPE

Tools

Job description

Closing Date

2025-04-07

Job Title: Process Technician - Multiskilled

Location: Tonbridge, Kent - willingness to travel across multiple sites and hold a current full driving licence required.

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 38 hours

Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,144.10 to £45,284.27 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Qualifications required: Level 3 NVQ in mechanical and/or electrical work. Applications without these qualifications will not be considered.

Additional notes: The role involves standby duties with additional payments and overtime, potentially increasing earnings up to £10,000 annually.

More benefits include:

• A company van and fuel card for business use
• All necessary PPE, tools, uniform, and training
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• BUPA cash plan with options to upgrade for family coverage
• Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers
• Pension contributions up to 11%
• Employee assistance program
• Sports and social clubs
• Company and performance-related bonus
• Life assurance at 4x salary
• Electric car scheme after 6 months
• Health Cash Plan
• Two paid volunteering days annually
• Occupational health services
• Discounts with over 800 retailers
• Digital GP service
• Study support for relevant qualifications
• Maternity & paternity leave and flexible return options
• Cycle to work scheme

What are we looking for?

We seek a Process Technician - Multiskilled to join our Waste Water Treatment Team, focusing on maintenance and repairs of treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations, ensuring standards are met and sites remain operational.

You will use your mechanical and/or electrical expertise to ensure compliance, reduce pollution, and improve processes. We welcome applicants from outside the water industry to bring fresh ideas.

Qualifications and skills:

• Level 3 NVQ in mechanical/electrical
• Understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment
• Problem-solving skills and solution implementation
• Excellent communication skills for technical interactions
• Resilience and adaptability in a dynamic environment

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference, with career progression, training, and development at the forefront. Join us and help keep our sites running smoothly for our customers and environment.