Southern Water
Process Tech (Multi-Skilled)
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Water Supply Operations Technician
Closing Date: 2026-07-13 Location: Otterbourne, Hampshire (with flexible travel to multiple sites and requirement for a current full UK driving licence) Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 38 hours per week
- Monday to Wednesday: 8:00–16:30
- Thursday & Friday: Up to 15:30 finish
Salary: £40,860.92 – £48,509.64 per annum (based on skills and experience)
Key Benefits
- Company van (business use only) – available for home use, plus fuel card
- Healthcare cash plan – with options for family coverage
- Competitive pension contributions
- Full details on the careers page
About the Role
Join Southern Water’s Water Supply Team and play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing water supply infrastructure—including plants, reservoirs, and booster stations—ensuring environmental safety, water quality, and compliance with legal and budgetary targets.
Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Reactive and planned maintenance of equipment such as pumps, motors, gearboxes, starters, and variable speed drives (VSDs)
- Installing and commissioning new plant and equipment, adhering to company standards and health & safety regulations
- Troubleshooting alarms and diagnosing faults, rapidly resolving issues or escalating when necessary to minimise downtime and environmental risk
- Performing inspections and testing on mechanical and electrical systems, following statutory and company procedures
- Supporting technical teams (internally and externally) to ensure safe, efficient maintenance work
- Updating internal systems with accurate records on maintenance, faults, and compliance documentation
- Driving continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance operational reliability, efficiency, and sustainability
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Additional Requirements
- Standby rota required (1 in 6 basis) to cover urgent operational shifts
What You’ll Bring to the Role
Essential
- Level 3 NVQ in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering (with certificates)
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively under pressure
Desirable
- Industry experience in water/wastewater operations
- Deep understanding of pump systems and water treatment processes
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation
Progression Opportunities
Southern Water offers: ✅ Career growth and professional development ✅ Training programmes aligned with industry standards
About Southern Water
We’re renewing Britain’s water industry through £7.8bn of planned investment (2025–30). Our commitment is to enhance sustainability, resilience, and service standards—creating an ambitious workplace where your skills make an impact.
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Our Vision
"We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about positive change and can bring fresh ideas, we want to hear from you—regardless of whether you meet every requirement."
Diversity & Inclusion
We’re dedicated to shaping a work environment for all. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment, please speak up.
Unsure if this role is right for you? We’re happy to discuss flexibility or other career opportunities—reach out!
Security Notes
All successful candidates will undergo:
- Identity/job eligibility verification
- Enhanced criminal record check (DBS)
- Background checks on work/education history (3 years)
Offers remain ** contingent on progressing security vetting**—failure may result in withdrawal.
Our Purpose
"Forever evolving. Forever focused on doing the right thing."
Every role at Southern Water contributes to real-world impact: a sustainable environment, high-quality water services, and careers with purpose.
Join us. Be part of the change—because water is life.
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