Production Technician – Water Treatment

About the role

South West Water is seeking a Production Technician to operate complex water‑treatment sites in Bournemouth. You will ensure potable water quality standards are met while supporting production demands on a full‑time, permanent basis.

Key responsibilities

• Liaise with the control room following operational procedures.
• Store, handle and use chemicals safely, including the use of Breathing Apparatus.
• Carry out operational maintenance on equipment and instrumentation according to schedules.
• Take water quality samples and perform on‑site analyses.
• Complete water‑quality records, logs and operational procedures.
• Perform routine and non‑routine tasks such as grounds, river/intake, security checks, reservoir and tank cleaning.
• Report abnormal events to the Resources & Production Area Manager or Duty Manager.
• Execute automated maintenance tasks and support the asset performance team.
• Provide out‑of‑hours standby cover as part of an operational rota.
• Work safely at heights when required.

Required profile

• Willingness to work on a rotating out‑of‑hours standby schedule.
• Comfortable working at heights.
• Ability to follow strict operational and safety procedures.

Required skills

• Breathing Apparatus operation
• Water quality sampling and analysis
• Equipment and instrumentation maintenance
• Automated maintenance task execution

What we offer

• Competitive salary of £27,000‑£33,000 per year.
• Permanent full‑time contract.
• Comprehensive benefits and rewards package.
• Opportunity to work within a leading UK water utility focused on sustainability.