Water Treatment Technician (Day Work - Newton Abbot) (Ref: 935_23)

At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate. We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area. And we have huge ambitions. Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with wildlife charities, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come. So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.
Are you a hands-on person looking for a stable career with a local employer? We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Water Treatment Technician (Day Work) to join our teams based across Devon and Cornwall. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a starting salary of £23,100 per annum, rising to £25,783 following a successful 6-month review and a flexibility payment of £833 per annum. Plus, overtime opportunities and company benefits + rewards. About the role As our Water Treatment Technician, you will be operating water treatment sites and associated plant and equipment ensuring that water quality and quantity is kept within company standards. You may on an ahdoc basis need to be provide out of hours standby cover in the event of leave or sickness within the wider team. This role is predominantly day work, 37 hours per week, there could be occasions where you are asked to cover a different time period with adequate notice. This role will have the use of a company vehicle to travel across the operational area within working hours.

What you’ll be doing:

• Ensuring that potable water quality and quantity is maintained within company standards having due regard to abstraction licences and the requirements of the distribution system
• Ensuring that all chemicals are stored, handled and used safely, effectively and economically, in line with company procedures
• Carrying out operational maintenance on equipment and instrumentation in accordance with work’s schedules and instructions
• Taking water quality samples and carrying out on site analysis as required in accordance with works’ instructions
• Completing water quality and operational procedures, records/log sheets
• Performing routine and non-routine tasks in accordance with the operational requirements of sites
• Ensuring that good housekeeping is carried out, maintaining the works in a clean and tidy condition
• Ensuring that all abnormal events are dealt with in accordance with company procedures and are reported to the Resources and Production Site Manager or the Duty Functional Manager out of hours

What we are looking for:

• A good level of Maths, English and IT.
• To be able to understand the principles of COSHH, Lone Working procedures and Basic First Aid
• The ability to build strong relationships with people at all levels of the business
• The ability to reach sound judgements and decisions when dealing with complex issues and operating in highly pressurised situations
• A Full UK Drivers Licence

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:

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  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: Tuesday 28th February 2023
If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Water Treatment Technician (Day Work) - 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.
Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness. Our core values which are essential to our success are:

• Trusted - We do the right thing for our customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborative - We forge strong relationships working together to make a positive impact.
• Responsible - We keep our promises to our customers, communities, and each other.
• Progressive - We are always looking for new ways to improve and make life better.