Sewerage Operator

Do you like working outdoors? Are you looking for a role that offers development opportunities? If so, the Sewerage team would be perfect for you to start your career with an award-winning business.

A role has become available which would see you travelling across the West of the Wessex Water region which covers south Somerset and Mendips areas.

**What will I be doing?**

As a Sewerage Operator you will be part of a team working to maintain our sewerage network to meet quality and customer service standards in accordance with wastewater procedures and work instructions.

You will work with customers to resolve incidents and will be responsible for accurately collating and submitting feedback information from site, such as incident forms. You will be responsible for your own health and safety as well as that of your team and any contractors, customers and the general public around you.

This role involves routine maintenance as well as reactive work and because we provide a 24-hour service this will include stand-by arrangements.

**What are the requirements?**

Firstly, we are looking for a team player. Ideally, you will already hold or be willing to undertake QCF in sewerage operations. You will be competent in the operation of a single man jetting unit and CCTV equipment, while also being confined space working certified or willing to be trained to undertake this work.

A Streetworks certification for working on the highway would also be advantageous. Other skills include basic IT knowledge, PC literacy and customer focus.

Possession of a valid driving licence is essential, including category B+E. You will also be able to work in pressurised environments, 45 hours per week.

A conscientious and committed approach will ensure you continually provide a high-quality service with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and exceeding performance targets.

**Benefits for you**
- Pension - up to 20% combined contribution
- 25 days’ holiday rising to 28 with length of service
- Opportunity to buy and sell up to five days’ holiday
- Life assurance (four times your salary)
- Flexible working
- Cashback and discounts from over 1,200 retailers
- Paid volunteering day
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Support from mental health first aiders

**What will you get from us?**

Our people tell us Wessex Water is a great place to work, and they stay with us We are proud of how we support development and career progression. We have a wealth of both financial and non-financial benefits to offer our people and are committed to ensuring we provide an environment that supports health and wellbeing and flexible working.

We continue to promote diversity and inclusion. With that in mind, we welcome all applicants.

We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer. Applicants who declare they have a disability or have previously served with the Armed Forces, and meet the minimum requirements for the job, will automatically be invited for an interview.

Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to assist you in starting your journey with Wessex Water.

If you have what it takes to join this award-winning business and want to be part of our exciting journey and share in that success, then please get in contact with us to find out more.

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