Wastewater Process Operator – Sussex (Van Provided)

Southern Water; Goddards' Green; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care cash plan

Competitive pension

Company van provided

Standby rota opportunities

Job summary

Southern Water is seeking a Wastewater Process Operator for Goddards Green to support the operation of wastewater treatment works and pumping stations. You will join frontline teams, monitor processes, perform testing, and respond to alarms to protect the environment and deliver reliable service.

The role requires a UK manual driving licence, willingness to work outdoors, and the ability to work independently with good time management.

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 work

Willing to learn

Job description

Southern Water is seeking a Wastewater Process Operator for Goddards Green to support the operation of wastewater treatment works and pumping stations. You will join frontline teams, monitor processes, perform testing, and respond to alarms to protect the environment and deliver reliable service.

The role requires a UK manual driving licence, willingness to work outdoors, and the ability to work independently with good time management.