Catchment Operator

Would you like to use your hands-on experience and skills to join a progressive company? We currently have a Catchment Operator position available for a motivated individual to join our team's based in Barnstaple, Devon. Joining us on a full time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive starting annual salary of £25,299 with opportunity to enter the internal company progression scheme. Levels range from 1 to 5 with a salary of up to £33,102 at Level 5. Plus, excellent benefits and a company van provided. In addition to this, you will also receive a salary uplift allowance for taking part in the standby pattern of 1 week in every 5 on call, as well as call out payments and overtime. As Catchment Operator, you will operate and maintain multiple Wastewater Treatment works within the area. What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out on-site monitoring of treated wastewater and associated plant
• Responding effectively to site conditions and instrument monitoring information
• Storing and handling chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS Procedures and relevant Health and Safety standards
• Carrying out calibration and first-line maintenance on instruments & mechanical equipment
• Using PCs, tablets and other computer hardware and software
• Carrying out grass-cutting, weed-killing, and general maintenance in order to maintain site conditions
• Providing thorough, accurate and timely feedback of activities completed
• Adhering to schedules, business rules, and procedures
• Liaising with Area Manager and Field Support Centre to ensure schedules are optimised
• Dealing effectively with customer queries when directly approached and passing information up the management line where appropriate
• A flexible working pattern is in operation which includes undertaking standby and call-outs and working evenings and weekends on a rota basis
• Travelling throughout the region and assisting other zones as necessary
  
  
  

What we are looking for:

• A full UK Driving License
• 5 GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject desirable
• An NVQ 2 qualification in Wastewater operations is desirable but full training will be given
• Experience of working in a team and an understanding of the importance of teamwork
• Experience of Health and Safety and an understanding of the importance of it
• Previous experience of operating and maintaining complex processes and working with modern technology is desirable
• Proven experience of working with computers, tablets and various applications/software packages
• Common sense approach to fault finding
• Commitment and drive to succeed within a team environment
  
  
  

What's in it for you:

• At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:
• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility
• Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme
• We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites
• Take up to 26 weeks additional maternity leave
• Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose
• Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes
• We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform
• Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers
• Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms, and much more though Perkbox
• A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more
• A discretionary Bonus
• Competitive Contributory Pension
• And plenty more!
  
  
  

Closing Date: Friday 18th October 2024 If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Catchment Operator - we look forward to receiving your application. Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.