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 Trusts, 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 looking for a role where you can put your hands-on skills and knowledge to good use? Do you want a job where you work part of a team and resolve problems? If so, we want to hear from you!
We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a Water Treatment Technician (Day Work) to join our team based in Newton Abbot. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a starting salary of £25,755 per annum and a flexibility payment of £833 per annum. In the development of this role, you will be supported with a Water Treatment Technician levels 1 to 5 progression scheme where you can receive up to £33,102 per annum, plus, overtime opportunities, company benefits + rewards.
Progression Scheme:
As part of your employment package, the successful candidate will enrol onto a bespoke progression scheme framework consisting of qualifications, skills and experiences to meet the requirements of the nationally recognised Competent Technician Scheme. The Company will fully fund the entire £7,280 of the training costs associated with obtaining a number of industry recognised professional qualifications and licences, including a Level 3 Water Treatment Operations Diploma.
About the role:
As our Water Treatment Technician (Day Work), you will play a vital role to ensure that the operations of our water treatment site, associated plant and equipment effectively work every day. The ideal candidate will be hands on, have a dedicated team player philosophy and looking to get stuck into the process by providing clean water for our customers by ensuring that water quality and quantity is kept within the company high standards.
Due to the nature of the role, you may on an ad hoc basis need to provide out of hours standby cover in the event of leave or sickness within the wider team to ensure the sites are maintained. This role is predominantly day work, 37 hours per week and there might 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.
Closing Date: 9th October 2024
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.
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