Wastewater Process Operator – Frontline Compliance & Pension

Southern Water; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care cash plan

Competitive Pension

Job summary

Southern Water is seeking a frontline operations team member in Aylesford to ensure wastewater treatment works and sludge treatment run smoothly. The role supports compliance, environmental protection, and excellent service delivery to customers.

Key duties include maintenance and monitoring tasks, data reporting for regulatory compliance, and safe handling of chemicals. Full training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive, diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Valid UK manual driving licence.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Adaptable, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Good time management and ability to work independently.
• Keen to learn and operate complex processes.

Responsibilities

• Compliance testing and monitoring.
• Maintenance tasks including unblocking pumps, screens, and valves.
• Repair of alarm systems and fault resolution.
• Monitoring, collating, and reporting data for regulatory compliance.
• Carrying out regular sampling and maintaining sampling equipment.
• Receiving and handling chemical deliveries safely.
• Using IT systems to log maintenance tasks and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Driving licence

Outdoor work

Adaptable

Time management

Independent

Willing to learn

Job description

Southern Water is seeking a frontline operations team member in Aylesford to ensure wastewater treatment works and sludge treatment run smoothly. The role supports compliance, environmental protection, and excellent service delivery to customers.

Key duties include maintenance and monitoring tasks, data reporting for regulatory compliance, and safe handling of chemicals. Full training and development opportunities are provided in a supportive, diverse workplace.