Technical Operator (Water Industry)

TieTalent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the water treatment sector is looking for a Technical Operator to join their team in Cambridge. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a vital industry, ensuring the delivery of clean and reliable water supplies to millions. You'll be responsible for maintaining and operating strategic source water sites, applying your technical skills to improve and repair equipment. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits including generous holiday and a company pension, this is a rewarding opportunity for those eager to make a difference in the water industry.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension with employer contributions

24-hour helpline for confidential advice

Eyecare vouchers via Specsavers

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

24/7 remote GP access

Qualifications

• Experience in utilities or similar industry is essential.
• Proficient in computer applications is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain control and operation of strategic source water sites.
• Perform basic electrical tasks and manage maintenance schedules.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to restore plant supply safely.

Skills

Electrical background

Technical skills

Time management

Risk assessment

Computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Job Title: Technical Operator (Water Industry)

Location: Cambridge / Travel Required

Salary: Up to £33,735

Hours: 40 hours per week

Are you an experienced Treatment Plant Technical Operator seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Or do you have a solid background in industrial plant maintenance and are eager to explore the water treatment industry? If yes, we have the perfect role for you!

About Us:

At South Staffs Water, we deliver clean and reliable water supplies to around 1.7 million customers within the South Staffs and Cambridge regions. As a water-only company, providing consistent, healthy water 24/7 is our core mission, and we need your expertise to help us achieve this.

The Role:

As a Technical Operator, you will collaborate with various internal and external contacts daily. Your responsibilities include maintaining control and operation of strategic source water sites and managing your time effectively to complete a demanding schedule of plant maintenance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform basic electrical tasks.
• Apply technical skills to operate, maintain, improve, and repair equipment.
• Control and oversee the operation of strategic source water sites.
• Manage your time efficiently to meet maintenance schedules.
• Understand principles of site design and operation.
• Follow safety and environmental procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Maintain quality standards according to local procedures.
• Respond to site and equipment breakdowns to restore plant supply safely.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Electrical background in utilities or similar industry is essential; water industry experience is desirable.
• Proficient in computer applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Full driving license.
• Experience in reviewing risk assessments and enforcing safe working practices is preferred.

Essential training will be provided to build your confidence in the operational area.

What You’ll Get:

• Salary: £33,735 per annum
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension with employer contributions
• 24-hour helpline for confidential advice on financial, legal, marital, and health matters
• Eyecare vouchers via Specsavers
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 24/7 remote GP access

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