Water Treatment Technician

Job Description

Are you experienced in Water Treatment and looking for a new challengeAt South West Water we have an excellent opportunity as a Water Treatment Technician, within the Drinking Water Services department.You will join us ona full-time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £22,000 per annum, plus excellent benefits.About the role:As a Water Treatment Technician, you will operate water treatment sites and associated plant and equipment, ensuring that potable water quality and quantity is kept within company standards. Youll provide out-of-hours standby cover as partof the works operational rota to ensure sites are maintained out of hours.Responsibilities as our Water Treatment Technician include:

• Ensuring that potable water quality and quantity is maintained within company standards
• Liaising with the Hub Site Technicians in ensuring water quality and quantity is maintained out of hours and resolving site alarm issues
• Ensuring that all chemicals are stored, handled and used safely, effectively and economically
• Carrying out operational maintenance on equipment and instrumentation
• Taking water quality samples and carrying out on-site analysis
• 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
• Ensuring that all abnormal events are dealt with in accordance with company procedures and are reported
• Carrying out all duties in accordance with works, company and statutory Health and Safety regulations
• Carrying out automated tasks that are scheduled through the Technician PDA/EDA device
• Liaising with the Asset Performance and MEICA teams to ensure optimum performance of site equipment
• Monitoring, optimising and controlling works processes ensuring water quality and quantity is maintained within company standards
• Participating in a standby rota and providing additional cover for operational demands and staff absence when required

What we are looking for in our Water Treatment Technician:

• 5 GCSEs at grade A to C, including Maths and English
• Experience in Water Treatment or other relevant process
• Skills in the use of computer systems for works
• The ability to use computer systems for standard software packages and knowledge of portable data devices
• Understanding of principles of COSHH, Lone Working procedures and Basic First Aid
• Experience in monitoring and controlling abstraction and production volumes
• Experience in calibration and validation of quality instrumentation
• Energy use management skills
• Experience in the use of Quality Management Systems
• First-line maintenance skills, e.g., clarifier cleaning, calibration, condition monitoring
• Knowledge of Sludge treatment processes
• Knowledge of water treatment processes, systems, legislation, policies and procedures
• Full UK drivers licence

Whats in it for you:We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. Were one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to havebeen awarded Investors in People recognition.In return, we will offer an excellent range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• A discretionary bonus
• Competitive Contributory Pension
• Access to the Company Sharesave Scheme
• Various health benefits
• And more!

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.South West Water is part of the Pennon Group, a very successful and stable business that prides itself on sustainability. We provide reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for a population of c. 1.7 millionin Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Somerset and Dorset.We believe that by investing in the future of our region, we are not only improving the quality of life for todays residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations. Responsibility for the environment is central to this. Ouraim is to continually drive up standards, particularly in the areas that matter most to our customers.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.

Closing date: Monday 29th November 2021If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Water Treatment Technician-we look forward to receiving your application.