Process Operator

Job Description

Salary - £32,376
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Franklaw Water Treatment Works, Catterall Lane, Catterall, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 0PJ
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Best Doctors
• Salary Finance
• Wealth at Work courses
• Deals and discounts
• EVolve Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mental health first aiders
• ShareBuy
• MORE Choices flexible benefits
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

The Role:

You will be responsible for the delivery of identified operational tasks for all Water Treatment Assets over a designated asset base, to support the achievement of regulatory, financial, customer and key business performance targets. You will ensure that all assets are operated to efficiently meet all regulatory compliance, health and safety and Customer Service standards. To include operating the waste water treatment stream at Franklaw, sampling, taking readings, analysing, and maintaining site standards.

What You Will Be Doing:

Reporting to the Team Leader you will be part of a team of up to 25 people.
You will be responsible for required operational and maintenance activities on site.
• You will be required to undertake operational activities on a variety of Water Treatment Processes.
• Ensure compliance with Water & Environmental Regulations and key business performance targets.
• The nature of this activity will be physically demanding and will require you to be flexible in your approach with a mixture of proactive and reactive work orders.

What We Are Looking For:

You will need to be able to demonstrate knowledge of the (Water/Wastewater) assets and processes and be comfortable in an operational environment as well as having:
• An understanding of the environmental output standards and procedures.
• Computer skills giving you the ability to carry out reporting and other information recording activities across a variety of platforms.
• You will be required to work towards an accredited qualification or standard that is relevant to your role in addition to a number of other health and safety, technical and behavioural training courses.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.