Senior Operations Technician – Screens

Jobtailor; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglian Water is seeking a skilled Proactive Screens Specialist to support the maintenance of inlet screens and related Water Recycling assets. You will lead maintenance planning, coordinate field work across treatment works and pumping stations, and mentor technicians within the Proactive Screens Team.

You will drive reliability and safety improvements, maintain high standards, and collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure service levels are met while promoting continuous

Qualifications

• Strong Mechanical/Electrical/Engineering background with NVQ/C&G Level 3 qualifications (Essential).
• Experience and awareness of Health and Safety in an operational environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance activities and plan coordinations across treatment works and pumping stations.
• Coach and mentor technicians within the Proactive Screens Team.
• Work to improve reliability, safety and performance of Water Recycling assets.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Team Leadership

Asset Reliability

Maintenance Planning

Education

NVQ Level 3

C&G Level 3

Job description

• Join the newly created Proactive Screens Team, helping shape the future of inlet screen maintenance across Anglian Water
• Improve the reliability, safety and performance of critical Water Recycling assets
• Work across treatment works and pumping stations
• Lead by example, provide technical expertise and support the development of technicians within the team
• Work on specialist mechanical equipment and influence maintenance standards
• Help establish a proactive approach to asset reliability across the region
• Plan and coordinate maintenance activities
• Proactively manage workloads and help control maintenance backlogs across the asset base
• Work with suppliers, manufacturers and specialist contractors
• Support the development of spares strategies and improve parts availability
• Build working relationships that drive reliability, efficiency and continuous improvement
• Develop, encourage and foster good and safe working practices in accordance with Company safety rules
• Manage available resources to deliver maintenance work within agreed service levels
• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure actions are achieved on service completion
• Drive continuous improvement through implementation of new ideas and equipment
• Provide expert support to monitor and coach field resources in techniques and equipment used for service and maintenance of treatment processes and assets
• Report directly to the Proactive Screens Manager

Requirements

• Full driving licence
• Strong Mechanical/Electrical/Engineering background, possessing the necessary NVQ/C&G Level 3 qualifications in that field (Essential)
• Experience and awareness of Health and Safety within an operational environment
• Ability to adapt communication style, both written and verbal, to suit a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Customer service skills and ability to deal with customers in an empathetic and professional manner
• Knowledge or understanding of inlet screens and a basic understanding of water recycling processes would be beneficial
• Experience with coaching and mentoring team members
• Ability to work within a confined space and at height without restrictions
• Maximum weight not in excess of 113 kilograms due to harness weight limits
• Expected to complete relevant occupational health checks including Hand-arm Vibration (HAV)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong Mechanical and Electrical expertise with NVQ/C&G Level 3 qualifications, focusing on asset reliability and maintenance within water recycling processes. Capable of leading teams, fostering safe working practices, and driving continuous improvement in maintenance activities.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Health and Safety Compliance
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Asset Reliability Management

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Equipment Maintenance
• Electrical Equipment Maintenance
• Water Recycling Processes
• Maintenance Planning
• Technical Expertise

Soft Skills

• Customer Service
• Communication Skills
• Team Leadership
• Empathy

Certifications & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3
• C&G Level 3
• Full Driving Licence

Industry Keywords

• Inlet Screens
• Water Recycling
• Operational Environment
• Continuous Improvement
• Safety Standards