WW Process Operator

Description

You will join the frontline operations team responsible for keeping wastewater treatment works and pumping stations running smoothly. The role is critical for maintaining regulatory compliance, protecting the environment, and delivering high‑quality service to customers.

• Perform compliance testing and monitoring of wastewater processes.
• Conduct maintenance tasks, including unblocking pumps, screens, and valves.
• Repair alarm systems and resolve operational faults.
• Monitor, collate, and report data to meet regulatory requirements.
• Carry out regular sampling and maintain sampling equipment.
• Safely receive and handle chemical deliveries.
• Log maintenance activities and safety checks using IT systems.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Requirements

• Hold a valid UK manual driving licence.
• Demonstrate adaptability, reliability and self‑motivation.
• Manage time effectively and work independently.
• Show eagerness to learn and operate complex processes.
• Experience in wastewater operations or similar process industries (desirable).
• Basic mechanical and electrical maintenance skills (desirable).

Benefits

The Wastewater Process Operator position closes on 23 January 2026 and is based in East Kent, Canterbury, with travel across multiple sites required. This permanent role offers a 38‑hour week, Monday to Friday, with a salary of £27,496 per annum plus standby and overtime opportunities. Benefits include a health‑care cash plan and pension contributions of up to 11 %.

All employees support a 24/7 incident response to resolve issues quickly, and managers will discuss any on‑call rota during the interview. While flexible working cannot be guaranteed for every request, we will seek practical solutions where possible.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance