Water Treatment Field Operator

South Staffordshire Plc; Hampton Loade; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly leave

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing programme

Cycle to work

Career development

Job summary

South Staffordshire Group is seeking a reliable Production Operative to join our operations team. This hands-on role contributes to the safe and efficient operation of our water treatment and distribution facilities, working both indoors and outdoors across multiple sites.

You will participate in inspections, maintenance, and the safe handling of chemicals, ensuring assets perform to high standards. Key requirements include a Full UK driving licence and basic IT skills.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and ability to operate basic IT systems.
• Experience in water treatment or utilities is desirable but not required.
• Ability to work safely in an operational environment and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine inspections to ensure equipment and sites operate effectively.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards including site and tank cleaning.
• Receive and safely manage chemical deliveries.
• Travel between sites to perform inspections and maintenance.
• Use and look after tools, equipment and vehicles to a high standard.
• Undertake general grounds maintenance and landscaping across sites.
• Support sludge treatment processes as part of the water treatment cycle.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues, contractors, customers and the public.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental procedures for a safe workplace.
• Handle and store chemicals safely with care.
• Understand basic hydraulic principles.
• Experience carrying out site/grounds or asset maintenance.
• Work safely and follow established procedures.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Basic IT skills

Strong teamwork

Ability to work independently

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Water Process Operations (or equivalent)

Job description

South Staffordshire Group is seeking a reliable Production Operative to join our operations team. This hands-on role contributes to the safe and efficient operation of our water treatment and distribution facilities, working both indoors and outdoors across multiple sites.

You will participate in inspections, maintenance, and the safe handling of chemicals, ensuring assets perform to high standards. Key requirements include a Full UK driving licence and basic IT skills.