Veolia | UK
Wastewater Operations Technician
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Salary: £30,000 per annum plus annual bonus and Veolia benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Tidworth, SP9 7AW, must be prepared to work at dispersed locations within the South region
When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone.
Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you:
- 25 days of annual leave
- Access to our people's pension scheme
- Free physiotherapy service
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing:
- Operate and maintain Waste Water Treatment Works, Pumping Stations and Networks across the South Region
- Operate plant and equipment to ensure effective treatment and disposal
- The delivery and treatment of Trade, Foul, Surface Effluent via networks and pumping stations
- Identify and report plant and equipment faults and failures
- Maintain safe operating conditions and housekeeping
- Undertake MCERT equipment checks and calibration as part of the consent obligations.
- Take samples, gather operating data and report as appropriate
- Provide normal and out of hours cover, including the potential of being contractually required to participate as an out of hours member of the standby and callout team.
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What we're looking for:
- Experience of plant operations, ideally in waste water networks or trade effluent operations would be preferred, although a similar operational background may be suitable
- Existing NVQ or similar qualification would be very advantageous, however is not essential
- A general environmental awareness or experience would be of value
- Understanding of the importance of security within Nuclear, MoD and Airport contracts.
- Full UK Driving Licence is required
- Must be able to pass a Security Clearance in line with the Ministry of Defence vetting as well as a Police CBR background screening assessment.
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Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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