Wastewater Process Operator - Frontline Maintenance

Southern Water; Aylesford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care cash plan

Competitive pension

Job summary

Southern Water is hiring for a frontline operations role in Aylesford to ensure wastewater treatment works run smoothly and in compliance with environmental standards. The position supports our customers by maintaining service quality and protecting the environment.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, comfort working outdoors in all weather, and a proactive, independent work style. We offer progression and comprehensive benefits, with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory

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

Manual driving licence

Outdoor work

Adaptable

Time management

Self-motivated

Willing to learn

Job description

Southern Water is hiring for a frontline operations role in Aylesford to ensure wastewater treatment works run smoothly and in compliance with environmental standards. The position supports our customers by maintaining service quality and protecting the environment.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, comfort working outdoors in all weather, and a proactive, independent work style. We offer progression and comprehensive benefits, with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory