Southern Water
Mechanical Process Technician
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Process Technician - Mechanic
Closing Date
2026-07-16
Location & Contract Details
- Location: Peacehaven (with travel across multiple sites required)
- Current full UK driving licence is essential
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Salary: £38,247.41 – £45,896.13 per annum (depending on skills & experience)
Benefits
- A company van (for business use only) that can be taken home, plus a fuel card
- Health Care cash plan with optional upgrades for family coverage
- Competitive pension scheme
A full benefits list is available here or refer to our careers page.
About the Role
Join the Wastewater Team at Southern Water, maintaining and repairing wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations, while upholding environmental, quality, and safety standards. Support continuous improvement in a vital industry role.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant & equipment
- Install new plant and equipment as required
- Respond to alarms, diagnose faults, and escalate or fix issues
- Carry out inspections and testing on mechanical equipment following procedures
- Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors
- Update company systems and databases accurately
- Participants in standby cover when required
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Standby requirement: 1-in-7 day rota (mandatory)
Essential Requirements
Must possess:
- A Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical Engineering (with certificates)
- A full UK driving licence
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
Desirable (but not mandatory):
- Experience in the water industry
- Specialist knowledge of pumping station operations and wastewater treatment processes
- Familiarity with health and safety legislation
Career Progression
Southern Water offers training, development, and career advancement, enabling you to grow your expertise in critical infrastructure.
About Southern Water
Southern Water is driving the future of Britain’s water sector with an £7.8bn investment plan (2025-30), focusing on resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. By leveraging diverse perspectives, we innovate in water service management—join us to shape its future.
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Security & Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful candidates will undergo:
- Identity verification
- Right-to-work assessment
- DBS criminal record check
- Employment/education background verify (last 3 years)
Note: If security vetting fails, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw employment offers. Additional vetting checks may apply depending on the role.
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