Water Supply Process Operator

About the role

Join Southern Water's frontline operations team in Burham to keep water supply works and pumping stations running smoothly. You will play a vital part in maintaining regulatory compliance, protecting the environment, and delivering reliable service to customers.

Key responsibilities

• Perform compliance testing and monitoring of water supply processes.
• Carry out maintenance tasks such as unblocking pumps, screens, and valves.
• Repair alarm systems, resolve faults, and log activities using IT systems.
• Collect, collate, and report data for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular sampling, maintain sampling equipment, and handle chemical deliveries safely.
• Participate in a 1‑in‑7 standby rota (Friday to Thursday) to ensure continuous coverage.

Required profile

• Valid UK manual driving licence.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Adaptable, reliable, self‑motivated with good time‑management.
• Willingness to learn and operate complex processes.

Required skills

• Basic mechanical maintenance.
• Basic electrical maintenance.
• Operation of sampling equipment.

What we offer

• Salary of £29,325 per annum plus standby and overtime opportunities.
• Health care cash plan (with family upgrade options).
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Career progression, training and development within a large water utility.