Wastewater Operations Technician
Posted 4 hours ago by Veolia
Salary: £30,000 per annum plus bonus and Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Tidworth, SP9 7AW, must be prepared to work at dispersed locations within the South region
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.
Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you:
- 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; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing:
- 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
- The delivery and treatment of Trade, Foul, 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 the consent obligations.
- Take samples, gather operating data and report as appropriate
- Provide normal and out of hours cover, including the potential of being contractually required to participate as an out of hours member of the standby and callout team.
What we're looking for:
- Experience of plant operations, ideally in waste water networks or trade effluent operations would be preferred, although a similar operational background may be suitable
- Existing NVQ or similar qualification would be very advantageous, however is not essential
- A general environmental awareness or experience would be of value
- Understanding of the importance of security within Nuclear, MoD and Airport contracts.
- Full UK Driving Licence is required
- Must be able to pass a Security Clearance in line with the Ministry of Defence vetting as well as a Police CBR background screening assessment.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.
We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.
We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- JR19768_1730454043
- Job ID:
- 222580725
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