Wastewater Operations Technician

Veolia UK

. Operate and maintain Waste Water Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Networks across the South Region .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeTidworth • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £30,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining Waste Water Treatment Works and associated networks, with a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, and effective treatment processes. Capable of performing equipment checks, calibrations, and reporting while ensuring adherence to security protocols.

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Waste Water Treatment OperationsPlant Operations ExperienceMCERT Equipment ChecksFull UK Driving LicenceSecurity Clearance Compliance

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Hard Skills

Waste Water TreatmentPlant OperationEquipment CalibrationData ReportingFault Identification

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailProblem-SolvingTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

NVQ Qualification

Industry Keywords

Environmental AwarenessTrade Effluent OperationsFoul Effluent ManagementSurface Effluent TreatmentSecurity Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate and maintain Waste Water Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Networks across the South Region
Operate plant and equipment to ensure effective treatment and disposal
Deliver and treat Trade, Foul, and Surface Effluent via networks and pumping stations
Identify and report plant and equipment faults and failures
Maintain safe operating conditions and housekeeping
Undertake MCERT equipment checks and calibration as part of consent obligations
Take samples, gather operating data, and report as appropriate
Provide normal and out-of-hours cover, including potential participation in the standby and callout team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of plant operations; experience in waste water networks or trade effluent operations preferred, although a similar operational background may be suitable
Existing NVQ or similar qualification advantageous but not essential
General environmental awareness or experience
Understanding of the importance of security within Nuclear, MoD and Airport contracts
Full UK Driving Licence required
Must be able to pass Security Clearance in line with Ministry of Defence vetting
Must pass a Police CBR background screening assessment
Able to work 40 hours per week
Prepared to work at dispersed locations within the South region
Able to provide normal and out-of-hours cover and participate in the standby and callout team when contractually required

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days of annual leave
Access to our people’s pension scheme
Free physiotherapy service
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Annual bonus
Veolia benefits