Pollution Response Technician

Salary (£): Salary up to £36798.00 dependent on experience

We have an exciting new opportunity to join Severn Trent's new Pollution Response Team (PRT) in Network Control, our environmental emergency service. The PRT swiftly responds to Waste and Water events to prevent and mitigate pollution, using specialist vehicles and equipment. Our highly trained technicians aim to minimise environmental impact and support field teams, providing a reliable 24/7 service.

Shift hours

4 on / 4 off 0530 - 1630 / 1330 - 00:

Key Accountabilities

• Respond to pollution events and mitigate effectively using specialist tools and equipment.
• Maintain operational readiness and respond within agreed SLAs, documenting evidence and providing updates.
• Set up traffic management, raise notices and permits electronically.
• Deploy generators to maintain power.
• Execute on-site operational activities, perform vehicle checks, liaise with departments, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support capturing pollution impact information including photographs and samples.

What you'll bring to the role

To be successful in this role you must hold a clean valid driving licence.

• Significant experience/training in a similar utility-based industry.
• Knowledge of the waste management network.
• Experience in equipment maintenance/mechanical-based work.
• Some knowledge/experience with working in the highway and related safe codes of practice.
• HGV C Class license is desirable but not mandatory.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and care.

What's in it for you

Working here isn't just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent, and we'll reward you for it too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award winning training to help you reach your potential.

• Salary up to £33k dependent upon skills, qualifications, and experience + Rotating shift allowance of £462.45 a month plus weekend working.
• Generous holiday entitlement (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme - we will 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 volunteering days per year