Technical Operator – Shifts

Severn Trent

. Manage raw water sources through plant processes .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeBirmingham • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £35,075 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Water Treatment Processes and SCADA systems, with a strong commitment to Health and Safety. Capable of managing chemical stocks, optimizing treatment processes, and effectively communicating within multidisciplinary teams.

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Water Treatment Process KnowledgeSCADA Systems ExperienceChemical Process ManagementHealth and Safety CommitmentExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Water Quality MonitoringOnsite SamplingLaboratory TestingProcess OptimizationData InterpretationMechanical/Electrical ExperienceDistribution Systems OperationSystems of Work DocumentationChemical Stock ManagementAsset Performance Review

Soft Skills

Excellent Organisation SkillsAbility to Work Under PressurePositive AttitudeStrong Work EthicCurious Mindset

Tools & Technologies

SCADA Control PlatformsPRISM Control PlatformsHMI Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Full Valid UK Driving LicenceLevel 2 Water Process Operator Apprenticeship

Industry Keywords

Water TreatmentChemical ProcessesHealth and SafetyMaintenance KnowledgeShift Work Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage raw water sources through plant processes
Perform 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 using SCADA
Optimise treatment processes according to customer demand and water quality changes
Communicate and escalate process issues
Proactively manage chemical stocks to maintain adequate onsite supplies
Review water quality trends and asset performance and take action to prevent failures
Complete onsite testing to assure treatment-process performance
Collaborate with maintenance, process, and local management teams
Work independently, including lone working, and dynamically solve problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in a mechanical/electrical environment is advantageous
Experience with chemical processes is 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 experience and ability to interpret data
Excellent organisation skills and ability to complete several tasks at once
Ability to work well under pressure
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, curious mindset, and willingness to learn
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Depending on experience, completion and achievement of either a technical skills bootcamp or Level 2 Water Process Operator Apprenticeship

Benefits

Comp & perks

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