Technical Operator – Shifts

Severn Trent

. Manage raw water sources through plant processes .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £35,075 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Water Treatment Process Knowledge and the operation of HMI/SCADA systems, ensuring high-quality drinking water production while adhering to health and safety standards. Capable of optimizing treatment processes and managing onsite chemical stocks effectively.

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Water Treatment Process KnowledgeHMI/SCADA Systems OperationChemical Process ManagementHealth and Safety CommitmentExcellent Verbal and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Water Quality MonitoringOnsite SamplingLaboratory TestingProcess OptimizationChemical Stock ManagementData InterpretationMechanical/Electrical ExperienceDistribution Systems OperationSystems of Work DocumentationShift Work Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent Organisation SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

SCADA Control PlatformPRISM Control Platform

Certifications & Qualifications

Full Valid UK Driving LicenceLevel 2 Water Process Operator Apprenticeship

Industry Keywords

Water TreatmentHealth and SafetyChemical ProcessesAsset PerformanceOperational Issues Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage raw water sources through plant processes
Conduct onsite sampling and laboratory testing
Produce drinking water to high-quality standards safely and cost efficiently
Work a rotating 24/7/365 shift rota and participate in a standby rota
Operate the water treatment works using SCADA and PRISM control platforms
Own site performance, including power efficiency, water quality, chemical optimisation, and asset availability
Monitor complex treatment processes
Optimise treatment processes to meet customer demand and changing water quality
Communicate and escalate operational issues
Proactively manage onsite chemical stocks
Review water quality trends and asset performance and prevent failures
Complete onsite testing to assure the treatment process
Work alongside maintenance, process, and local management teams
Perform lone working and dynamically solve problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in a mechanical/electrical environment advantageous
Experience with chemical processes beneficial
Full valid UK driving licence required
Water Treatment Process Knowledge/Experience
Experience operating distribution systems if required by the role
Shift work experience
Commitment to Health and Safety
Maintenance knowledge/experience
Process experience if not specifically in Water Treatment
Experience writing and following systems of work
HMI/SCADA systems and ability to interpret data
Excellent organisation skills and ability to complete several tasks at once
Ability to work well under pressure
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Willingness to complete and achieve either a technical skills bootcamp or Level 2 Water Process Operator Apprenticeship, depending on experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Additional £13,000 per year in shift allowances
Ample rest days through annualized-hours shift arrangement
Annual bonus scheme of up to £1,500, subject to eligibility
Family-friendly policies, including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave
Leading pension scheme: employer doubles contributions, up to 15% when employee contributes 7.5%
Sharesave discounted Severn Trent plc shares
Dedicated training and development with the Academy
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Two paid volunteering days per year
Technical training, on-the-job development, and assessment
Salary progression to £38,767.08 with qualifications and experience