Wastewater Operator — Frontline Environmental Impact & Training

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group); York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our frontline team. You will help keep treatment plants and pumping stations running, handling samples, monitoring equipment and analysing trends to meet environmental standards.

Training is provided and you will follow safety protocols and health checks. A full UK driving license is essential as you will travel between sites with a van provided.

Qualifications

• Great team player with a positive 'can do' attitude and eager to learn.
• Proactive, organised and able to work on own.
• Attention to detail to prevent issues in recordings and safety checks.
• Good communication and practical, hands-on approach; problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Keep wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations running at their best.
• Handle water samples, monitor equipment and analyse trends.
• Carry out routine inspections and health and safety checks.
• Support standby rota duties and travel between sites with provided van.

Skills

Team player

Detail-oriented

Good communication

Proactive

Hands-on

Problem solving

Organised

Independent worker

Job description

NWG (Northumbrian Water Group) is seeking a Wastewater Operator to join our frontline team. You will help keep treatment plants and pumping stations running, handling samples, monitoring equipment and analysing trends to meet environmental standards.

Training is provided and you will follow safety protocols and health checks. A full UK driving license is essential as you will travel between sites with a van provided.