Senior Operator

Position Overview

Senior Process Operator – Process & Pumping department, North Yorkshire (mobile worker). Must live within reasonable commuting distance of Colburn WWTW.

Working hours: 37 hours per week. Local catchment stand‑by rota (1 day in 10, subject to change).

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and optimise wastewater treatment works ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and Health & Safety.
• Carry out routine operations, sampling, reporting, data analysis and basic maintenance checks to prevent failure.
• Manage and prioritise workload according to available resources.
• Provide operational support to operators and maintenance technicians for standby and absence cover.
• Handle administrative duties including promotion applications, purchase order creation, resource planning and team hub management.
• Take ownership of the site and maintain a safe working environment by implementing and adhering to health and safety procedures, managing contractors via Control of Work, inducting visitors and mitigating hazards.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Practical mindset with enjoyment of outdoor work and hands‑on approach.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and ability to think on feet in the field.
• Attention to detail – right‑first‑time performance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, building effective internal and external relationships.
• Previous experience with IT systems (e.g., Microsoft Word) for capturing site information on a Toughbook or mobile computer.
• Full valid driving licence (B category) with no more than six points; B+E category preferred for towing.
• Must complete occupational health medical including BMI, vision, blood pressure, hearing and spirometry tests – and pass strict medical criteria.
• Knowledge or experience of wastewater treatment, and/or relevant certificate (CABWI/NVQ/BTEC Level 2/3).

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary: £33,874 to £40,579 (based on experience).
• Company van.
• Annual incentive bonus up to £1,000.
• Attractive pension scheme – up to 12 % company contribution.
• Progression plan aligned with Senior Operator path.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and two additional wellness days.
• Life assurance cover of 4 × pensionable salary.
• Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme.
• Online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts and other perks.

Closing Date

Applications must be received by 19 June 2026.

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