Clean Water Operations Technician

Salary: £32,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 35.5 hours per week on a changing pattern of week 1: Mon-Frid 7:45 - 16:30, week 2: Mon - Thurs 7:45 - 16:30

Location: Aldermaston and Burghfield, Berkshire

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.

As a Clean Water Operations Technician you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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 company pension scheme
• 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
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Daily operation of the potable water network and water abstraction process.
• Planning and implementation of leakage control activities.
• Water Quality sampling and analysis of network data
• Supervise work activities (Works Supervisory Officer)
• Identifying and responding to leaks and bursts.
• Planning potable water maintenance and operation activities.
• Responding to customer enquiries regarding pressure and water quality.
• Monitoring potable water network for flow, pressure, leakage etc
• Operation and monitoring of Aldermaston fire network.
• Preparation of reports using a variety of media.
• Daily operation of reservoir and water treatment
• Potential member of out-of hours standby arrangements.

What we're looking for;

• Qualification or experience in water network and treatment operation or significant experience in water operations environment
• Thorough working knowledge of leakage identification and control and management
• Understanding of the regulatory aspects within the water industry, particularly in relation to water quality
• Experience in valve/ network control and isolation operations
• Water quality sampling experience
• Water hygiene card (EUSR)
• Need to obtain and maintain security clearance
• Ability to work outside in all weather and to respond to and resolve emergency situations

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row!

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.