WW Process Operator

Southern Water

The Role

Overview

Operate and maintain wastewater treatment works and pumping stations

Key Responsibilities

  • chemical delivery
  • site safety
  • compliance testing
  • equipment maintenance
  • data logging
  • training support

Tasks

-Handling deliveries of chemicals safely and responsibly -Ensuring site hygiene and safety standards are met -Carrying out compliance testing and regular sampling -Study support for job-related qualifications -Maintaining and repairing equipment (e.g., pumps, valves, alarm systems) -Logging tasks and data using our digital systems

Requirements

  • outdoors
  • problem solving
  • shift work
  • reliability
  • time management
  • driving licence

What You Bring

-Comfortable working outdoors -Responding to breakdowns and solving technical problems -Willing to work on a 7-day rota and participate in standby shifts -Reliable, adaptable, and self-motivated -Good at managing their time and working independently -Has a full UK Driving license

Benefits

-Two paid volunteering days per year -Supportive team culture and career development opportunities -Life assurance (4x salary) -Healthcare cash plan and digital GP service -Bonus schemes and performance rewards -Pension contributions up to 11% -All PPE, tools, uniform, and training provided -Discounts with over 800 retailers -Flexible working options where possible -A company van (for business use) and fuel card -Electric car salary sacrifice scheme (after 6 months) -25 days annual leave + bank holidays

The Company

About Southern Water

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Water Resources

Wastewater Networks

Sewer Services

Water Treatment

Water Filtration

Drinking Water Systems

Water Purification

Residential Water Services

Industrial Water Solutions

Infrastructure

Environmental Improvement

Utilities