Technical Operator - Water Industry

Up to £33,500 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, plus 1 week in every 6 weeks standby duty
Location: Cambridge

About Us:

At Cambridge Water, we deliver clean and reliable water supplies to around 1.7 million customers within the South Staffs and Cambridge regions. As a water-only company, providing clean, healthy water 24 hours a day, 365 days a year is at the very heart of what we do, and that s where you come in.

The Role:

You will be responsible for maintaining the control and operation of strategic water treatment sites aligned with regulatory guidelines.
Manage your time effectively to complete a demanding schedule of plant maintenance activities.
Knowledge and application of technical skills to operate, maintain, improve, and repair equipment.
Respond to site and equipment breakdowns and safely restore plant supply.
Responsible for the maintenance of production source sites, including:
- Chemical stock levels.
- Pump changeovers.
- Waste discharge.
- Chemical dosing installations.
- UV Installations.
- Treatment processes (nitrate, iron, manganese, etc.).
- Diesel generator.
Assist production technicians and carry out technical installations (electrical, mechanical, and chemical).
Understand the principles of site design/operation.
Supervise and partake in the cleaning of contact tanks and reservoirs.
Utilise appropriate safety and environmental procedures for people, processes, materials, products, and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for the entire team.

What you'll Need:

Water industry experience would be advantageous.
Technical knowledge in mechanical engineering.
HNC level (or equivalent) qualification in Electrical Engineering is desirable or relevant industry experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of chemical handling and dosing systems is desirable.

What you'll Get in Return:

A competitive salary up to £33,500 per annum depending on your experience.
Company pension with employer contribution.
Company Van
Group pension 6% matched pension.
25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) standard.
Holiday buy-back scheme (up to a max of 5 days).
24-hour helpline providing free and confidential advice to you and your family on financial, legal, marital, and health matters.
We provide the following accreditations to enhance your professional growth in the water sector:
- EUSR National Water Hygiene Card
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Confined Space
- HV awareness
- Level 3 Controlling Process (NVQ)
- Level 3 Water Treatment Operations (Diploma).

If you have the necessary qualifications, we'll give your application priority at Cambridge Water to support your career growth.

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