Kelda Group Limited
Product & Process Technician
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Product & Process Technician
Product & Process Technician – Bio-Resource Department (Sandall WwTW) /
Location: Rotherham, Barnsley, or Doncaster Commute Required
About Yorkshire Water
We provide essential services to over 5.4 million people and visitors across Yorkshire—ensuring clean, safe drinking water and efficient wastewater treatment. But our purpose goes beyond that: we protect the environment, support communities, and prepare for future challenges through innovation and investment.
Bio-Resources is at the heart of delivering this change—helping us meet customer and regulatory expectations sustainably.
The Role: Product & Process Technician
A permanent position offering 37 hours per week on a 7-day working pattern (rotating weekends). Contract: Standard full-time (standard contractual hours but includes shifts). Hours Include:
- 07:00–19:00 on-site Monday to Sunday
- Rotational weekend shifts (compensated with rest days)
- Out-of-hours emergency cover provided after fully trained
This role requires hands-on operation, technical problem-solving, and full compliance with safety protocols in a critical 24/7 asset.
Responsibilities
- Daily Operations: Conduct manual workforce tasks, calibrated checks, maintenance, and routine workflow for the wastewater treatment works (WwTW).
- Process Management:
- Use manual and digital system data to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Optimise efficiency—measured by cost reduction, energy savings, and duty target compliance.
- Health & Safety Leadership:
- Implement rigorous safety practices—mitigate workplace hazards, manage contractors through Control of Work policies, and ensure visitor briefings.
- Lead a safe working environment for all staff, contractors, and visitors.
- Procedural Excellence:
- Prioritise workload to maximise operational efficiency against available resources.
- Keep up-to-date with otechnological advances and departmental workflow plans.
- Operational Repairs:
- Address and resolve critical site anomalies to avoid production disruptions.
- Environmental Protection:
- Contribute to sustainable practices within Bio-Resources.
- Emergency Response (after training): Provide after-hours operational cover during scheduled holidays and incidents.
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Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in technical/manual work, especially in process-oriented industries (e.g., utilities, consumer packaging, construction).
- Ability to solve problems and drive continuous improvement in workflow.
- Proven skills in prioritisation, delegation, and time management.
- Competence with IT-based tools, including data analysis and monitoring.
Strict Health & Safety Compliance
- Must pass mandatory pre-employment medicals, including:
- BMI assessment, vision, hearing, blood pressure, and Spirometry testing
- Must operate safely in confined spaces and handle raw sewage.
Full Valid Driving Licence
- No more than 6 penalty points.
Salary & Benefits Package
- Salary: £34,059–£42,574 (depending on experience).
- A company van for site access and travel.
- Annual bonus £1,000 max (performance linked).
- Pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
- 29 days’ annual leave (25 days + 4 additional days plus bank holiday exclusion pay).
- Wellness Days: Extra 2 paid wellness days for flexible breaks and yoga.
- Life Assurance: Cover of 4 times your pensionable salary in event of pass away.
- Comprehensive health & care scheme: Choose from:
- Health cash plan scheme
- Critical illness insurance
- Personal and partner dental cover
- Online GP service
- Retail savings scheme
- Discounts on cycle-to-work assets, gym memberships, and much more!
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Why Join Us?
✅ Purposeful Work: Driving change for Yorkshire’s water and environment. ✅ Ambition: Clear career progression through our Product & Process Technician plan. ✅ Diversity & Inclusion: We welcome people from all backgrounds. ✅ Work-Life Balance: We support flexible working patterns and job shares where possible.
Advert Closes: 16th July 202??
First Steps:
- Undergo pre-employment checks (Basic DBS via third party, security vetting if required).
- Complete the advertised role and all accompanying medical checks as required.
Feedback & Questions
Do we sound like a match for your skills? If you’re ready to connect water, purpose and efficiency in Yorkshire, apply now!
We value all backgrounds and encourage candidates who reflect the communities we serve to join us.
Kelda Group reserves the right to close this opportunity at any time if suitable candidates are found earlier. Please apply promptly.
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