Wastewater Operations Technician - Field & Alarms

SEVERN TRENT; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Family-friendly policies

Pension scheme – generous employer/ret

Sharesave program

Academy training and development

EV scheme and retail offers

Volunteering days

Career progression framework

Job summary

Severn Trent Plc is seeking an Operational Technician to join the Waste Water Recycling team in the Shrewsbury area. You’ll perform hands-on maintenance and operate treatment works and pumping stations, ensuring safety and compliance.

You will carry out routine sampling, data recording, and support asset maintenance. A clear path to Level 2 Waste Water Process Operator exists through our Academy, with 37 hours a week and a standby rota.

Qualifications

• Experience in Wastewater Treatment, Sludge Treatment or Sewage Pumping Stations is welcome but not essential.
• Willingness to learn; training provided through our Academy.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment works and pumping stations.
• Take process samples, analyse results and record performance data.
• Support first‑line asset maintenance and sites’ performance improvements.
• Assist in improving energy efficiency and overall site performance.

Skills

Wastewater experience

Process monitoring

Safety awareness

Education

Level 2 – Waste Water Process Operator

Job description

Severn Trent Plc is seeking an Operational Technician to join the Waste Water Recycling team in the Shrewsbury area. You’ll perform hands-on maintenance and operate treatment works and pumping stations, ensuring safety and compliance.

You will carry out routine sampling, data recording, and support asset maintenance. A clear path to Level 2 Waste Water Process Operator exists through our Academy, with 37 hours a week and a standby rota.