Jetvac Support Operator

At
**South West Water** we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.

We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.

And we have huge ambitions.

Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with wildlife charities, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.

So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

We currently have a
**Jetvac Support Operator **position available for a motivated individual to join our team in Plympton
**. **Joining us on a full-time basis, you will receive a competitive salary of
**£24,279 per annum **plus excellent benefits.

**About the role**

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As the Jetvac Support Operator you will support the Jetvac operator with the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of our pumping stations using our Flexline vactor. You will also assist our SPS Operational Team as and when needed to maintain the stations with planned audits

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Carry out calibration of equipment in order to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Carry out first line maintenance on instruments & mechanical equipment
- Carry out on site monitoring to ensure effective site operation and that compliance requirements are maintained
- Completion of proactive SPS cleansing interventions using internal JetVac capability to Minimise Pollutions from SPS to ensure a Pure Environment is maintained
- Compliance with Quality Management Systems and other Company procedures
- Ensure all JetVac Operations are correctly and safely carried out and ensure safety of those around you
- Ensure LGV JetVac unit is correctly maintained and in date for test on every occasion it’s deployed. Bring any issues to the attention of the Sewage Pumping Station Manager
- Ensure that all activities enhance the reputation and image of the company
- Follow company hygiene procedure / ensure the filling of JetVac units is in accordance with SWW procedures (with appropriate backflow prevention as required so as to comply with ‘Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999’) from designated filling points only
- Has a clear understanding of New Roads & Streetworks Act to ensure safe working on the highway
- If required provide support to the WWS Planned Maintenance Team LGV HIAB Operation / wider operational business during Event / Incident scenarios (additional training will be provided as necessary)
- Respond effectively to site conditions and monitoring information that ensure compliance is maintained and the environment is protected
- Responsible for ensuring Health and Safety legal requirements are met and demonstrating a quantifiable improvement in Health and Safety culture, this includes regular review and feedback to facilitate updates to activity TSI, site risk assessments and related documentation
- Store and Handle chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS Procedures and relevant Health and Safety standards
- The ability to travel throughout the region and assist other areas as necessary
- Through driver / JetVac activities support the SPS Operations teams in the first line maintenance of Sewage Pumping Stations (SPS) and associated assets to achieve the required performance to achieve Company targets, i.e. Energy, Bathing Water Compliance, Pollutions, Odour contacts
- To carry out grass-cutting, weed-killing and general maintenance in order to maintain site conditions in accordance with relevant procedures
- Undertake and record vessel / vehicle inspections at the determined frequency

**What we are looking for**:

- Experience of working in a team and an understanding of the importance of teamwork
- Previous experience of operating and maintaining complex processes and working with modern technology
- Able to work to a high standard, with a focus on quality of work carried out to enable compliance with our regulated consents
- Full UK Drivers Licence and able to travel to a site depot
- Ability to work flexibly, according to business requirements

**What's in it for you**:
We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We’re one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.

**In return, we offer an excellent range of benefits including**:

- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Share-save Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
- And plenty more

**Closing Date: