Wastewater Catchment Technician: Net-Zero & Innovation

South West Water; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK water services provider is seeking a Catchment Technician for its recovery & treatment team. The role is based in Barnstaple and involves supporting wastewater management through duties like pollution investigation and compliance response. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications, strong analytical skills, and be adaptable to team changes. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression while contributing to environmental goals.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Discretionary bonus

Competitive contributory pension

Share-save scheme

Health benefits

Wellbeing support programmes

Group discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Financial support services

Qualifications

• 5 GCSEs at grades A-C or equivalent including Maths, English, and a Science subject.
• Technical outlook and ability to analyse and present varied data sources.
• Full UK Drivers Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to wastewater services management team.
• Pollution investigation and engagement in Root Cause Analysis.
• Incident management and recovery tasks.

Skills

Technical outlook and ability to analyse data

Use of computer systems including MS Office

Ability to adapt to changes

Full UK Drivers Licence

Ability to undertake out of hours standby duties

Education

5 GCSEs at grades A-C including Maths, English and a Science subject

ONC / City and Guilds in relevant subject or NVQ Waste Water Process

HNC / Water Diploma

Job description

A UK water services provider is seeking a Catchment Technician for its recovery & treatment team. The role is based in Barnstaple and involves supporting wastewater management through duties like pollution investigation and compliance response. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications, strong analytical skills, and be adaptable to team changes. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression while contributing to environmental goals.