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Water Process Operator
Southern Water
Private UK utility supplying drinking water and treating wastewater across southern England.
Operate and maintain water supply works and pumping stations, ensuring compliance and service.
7 days ago ago
£26,721
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
2,092 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water Services
Wastewater Services
Sewage Treatment
Water Treatment
Infrastructure Maintenance
Leak Detection
Customer Support
Environmental Services
Sector Specialisms
Water Resources
Wastewater Networks
Sewer Services
Water Treatment
Water Filtration
Drinking Water Systems
Water Purification
Residential Water Services
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Role
Description
chemical handling
sampling
data reporting
pump maintenance
alarm repair
it logging
Receiving and handling chemical deliveries safely.
Carrying out regular sampling and maintaining sampling equipment.
Monitoring, collating, and reporting data for regulatory compliance.
Maintenance tasks including unblocking pumps, screens, and valves.
Repair of alarm systems and fault resolution.
Using IT systems to log maintenance tasks and ensure safety compliance.
Requirements
maintenance
driving licence
water supply
time management
adaptable
outdoor
Basic mechanical or electrical maintenance skills.
Adaptable, reliable, and self-motivated.
Good time management and ability to work independently.
Valid UK manual driving licence.
Experience in the water supply operations or similar process industries.
Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Keen to learn and operate complex processes.
Benefits
Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage)
Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution)
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
2.25 million
Customers Served
Serving 2.25 million customers since privatisation in 1989.
0.5 GL
Drinking Water Pumped
Pumps over 0.5 GL of drinking water daily.
£72m loss
Operating Loss
Experienced a £72 million operating loss in March 2024 due to rising costs.
Constructs reservoirs, pipelines, sewage treatment upgrades, and implements contingency measures like importing water during droughts.
Specializes in large-scale water infrastructure, operational delivery, and environmental engineering across the South East.
Notably fined for misreporting sewage spills; offers guided tours of Victorian sewers and public access to historic reservoirs.
Culture + Values
“Working differently” – using new technology and nature‑based solutions
“Collaborating with community partners”
“Showing leadership on key environmental issues”
“Engaging with customers, stakeholders and partners to maximise opportunities”
Environment + Sustainability
24% by 2025
Renewable Energy Target
Target to generate 24% of own renewable energy by 2025.
75% by 2035
Storm Overflow Compliance
Aiming to achieve 75% compliance by 2035 to reduce storm overflow spills.
£7.8B Capital Plan
Environmental Investments
£7.8 billion capital plan from 2025-2030 focusing on new technology and nature-based solutions.
Three‑Star EPA
Environment Agency Rating
Aiming for a three-star Environment Agency rating by 2025 following a two-star rating in 2022.
On track to generate own renewable energy and buying accredited renewable energy since 2021.
Fleet electrification targets: cars/vans by 2035, HGVs via low-carbon fuels by 2040.
Investing £1.5 billion in Clean Rivers & Seas to reduce storm overflow spills and achieve full compliance by 2050.
Inclusion & Diversity
No publicly available strategic DEI goals or gender‑related statistics found
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