Wastewater Operations Technician — Hands-on Role with Training

Severn Trent Plc; Rugby; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Annual bonus

Family-friendly policies

Pension scheme top up

Sharesave

Training & development

EV scheme

Volunteering days

Career progression framework

Job summary

Severn Trent Plc in the Rugby area is hiring an Operational Technician to join our Waste Water Recycling team. You'll play a hands-on role in keeping sewage treatment works and pumping stations running smoothly, including taking samples, analysing results, and recording performance data.

The role involves planning daily tasks, responding to alarms, supporting capital projects, and collaborating with wider teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in Wastewater Treatment or Sewage Pumping is welcome but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and undertake required training.
• Positive, proactive, able to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to respond quickly to alarms and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment works and pumping stations.
• Take process samples and analyse results.
• Record performance data and support first‑line asset maintenance.
• Collaborate with wider teams on capital investment projects and commissioning.

Skills

Wastewater treatment experience

Problem solving

Flexibility

Self-motivation

Full UK driving licence

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 – Waste Water Process Operator

Job description

Severn Trent Plc in the Rugby area is hiring an Operational Technician to join our Waste Water Recycling team. You'll play a hands-on role in keeping sewage treatment works and pumping stations running smoothly, including taking samples, analysing results, and recording performance data.

The role involves planning daily tasks, responding to alarms, supporting capital projects, and collaborating with wider teams.