Process Technician – Electrician
Location: Kent Region. Must be willing to travel across multiple sites and hold a current full UK driving licence.
Contract Type: Permanent.
Hours: 38 hours per week.
Salary: Base pay ranges from £38,247.41 to £45,896.13 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Closing Date
26 June 2026
Benefits
- A company van for business use only, with a fuel card; you can take the van home.
- Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage).
- Competitive pension.
About The Role
Join the Wastewater Treatment Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment.
- Install new plant and equipment as required.
- Respond to alarms and fault‑find issues, fixing or escalating as needed.
- Carry out inspection and testing on electrical equipment following company procedures.
- Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors.
- Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly.
- Participate in standby cover.
Standby Coverage
Required.
Essential Qualifications
- Level 3 NVQ Electrical qualification with certificates.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in the water industry.
- Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment processes.
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
Progression Opportunities
Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities.
Equal Opportunities Statement
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Additional Information
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates must provide evidence of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS), and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years. Appointment is subject to successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting. Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process.
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