Shift Process Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
You will be responsible for the delivery of identified operational tasks for all Wastewater Treatment Assets over a designated asset base, to support the achievement of regulatory, financial, customer and key business performance targets. You will ensure that all assets are operated to efficiently meet all regulatory compliance, health and safety and Customer Service standards. To include sampling, taking readings, analysing, cleaning (UWWTD), MCERTS.
Job Accountabilities
Reporting to the Production Manager you will be part of a team of up to 25 people. You will be responsible for required operational and maintenance activities on site.
- You will be required to undertake operational activities on a variety of Wastewater Treatment Processes.
- Ensure compliance with Environmental Regulations and key business performance targets.
The nature of this activity will be physically demanding and will require you to be flexible in your approach with a mixture of proactive and reactive work orders.
Knowledge and Skills
You will need to be able to demonstrate knowledge of the Wastewater assets and processes and be comfortable in an operational environment as well as having:
- An understanding of the environmental output standards and procedures.
- Computer skills giving you the ability to carry out reporting and other information recording activities across a variety of platforms.
- You will be required to work towards an accredited qualification or standard that is relevant to your role in addition to a number of other health and safety, technical and behavioural training courses.
- Previous knowledge of the Wastewater treatment system / process
Additional Information
- This is a shift role and an allowance will be applicable
If you are offered a job with us, a number of pre-employment checks need to be carried out before your appointment can be confirmed. Any offer of employment with United Utilities will be subject to a satisfactory checking report from the Disclosure Scotland / the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Closing Date: 05/04/23
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Shift Process Operator roles across United Utilities's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Energy & Utilities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £26,115 - £26,115 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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