Operational Technician

Overview

Working within our forward thinking Waste Water Recycling department, the role involves safely operating and maintaining a diverse range of equipment at our Sewage Treatment works and Sewage Pumping Station sites across the Belper area. You will protect and enhance the region's environment while providing essential community service.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain equipment at Sewage Treatment works and Sewage Pumping Stations.
• Ensure sites and assets operate effectively, efficiently and safely, complying with statutory, company and treatment works policies and procedures.
• Contribute to statutory and company policies and procedures related to treatment work.
• Participate in a 24/7 stand by rota.
• Work independently and within a team, making process improvements and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Experience in Wastewater Treatment, Sludge Treatment or Sewage Pumping Stations and associated process knowledge is welcomed but not essential.
• A passion to learn and ability to adapt quickly.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Ability to achieve the Level 2 - Waste Water Process Operator qualification.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £1,500, subject to eligibility)
• Leading pension scheme - double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave - the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year