Technical Operator (Shifts)

Severn Trent Water; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water management seeks a Technical Operator for their Birmingham facility. This role involves managing water treatment processes, ensuring high-quality drinking water production, and participating in a dynamic shift rota. Successful candidates will bring water treatment knowledge, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to health and safety. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including bonuses and an enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to £1500

Enhanced pension scheme (double contributions up to 15%)

Sharesave scheme at discounted rates

Training through our ‘Academy’

Private medical, life assurance, income protection, and accident cover

Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers

Family-friendly policies

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience with distribution systems (if relevant).
• Maintenance knowledge/experience.
• Process experience (not necessarily in Water Treatment).

Responsibilities

• Managing site performance, including power efficiency and water quality.
• Monitoring treatment processes via SCADA system.
• Conducting on-site testing for process assurance.

Skills

Water Treatment Process Knowledge/Experience

Commitment to Health and Safety

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

HMI / SCADA system

Job description

Technical Operator (Shifts)

Severn Trent provides critical infrastructure to millions of customers in our region 24/7, 365 days a year.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and celebrate individuality, as diverse perspectives help us serve our communities better.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As part of a dynamic shift team, you will operate at Severn Trent's Water Treatment Works in Frankley, Birmingham. Your duties include managing raw water sources, plant processes, onsite sampling, and lab testing to produce high-quality drinking water safely and cost-effectively.

You will participate in a 24/7/365 shift rota, which offers a good work/life balance, rest days, and shift allowances. Participation in a standby rota is required.

You will work alongside maintenance, process, and local management teams using control platforms like SCADA and PRISM. Self-motivation, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential qualities.

The role may require lone working and dynamic problem-solving. We take pride in making a difference for our customers and working collaboratively to resolve issues promptly.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing site performance, including power efficiency, water quality, chemical optimization, and asset availability.
• Monitoring treatment processes via SCADA system.
• Optimizing processes to meet customer demands and water quality standards.
• Managing chemical stocks proactively.
• Reviewing water quality trends and asset performance to prevent failures.
• Conducting on-site testing for process assurance.

This position offers a starting salary of £32,397, with potential to earn up to £15,000 in shift allowances annually.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

Successful candidates will have:

• Water Treatment Process Knowledge/Experience
• Experience with distribution systems (if relevant)
• Commitment to Health and Safety
• Maintenance knowledge/experience
• Process experience (not necessarily in Water Treatment)
• Experience writing and following systems of work
• HMI / SCADA system skills and data interpretation

You should have excellent organizational skills, the ability to multitask under pressure, a positive attitude, and strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

We offer more than just a job. Build a career with us and enjoy a range of benefits, award-winning training, and the chance to contribute to environmental and community well-being.

Some perks include:

• Annual bonus up to £1500
• Enhanced pension scheme (double contributions up to 15%)
• Sharesave scheme at discounted rates
• Training through our ‘Academy’
• Private medical, life assurance, income protection, and accident cover
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT?

We look forward to hearing from you. Please update your CV and set aside a few minutes to apply. For more insights, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

We will inform you of your application outcome after the closing date. Keep an eye on your email and phone.