United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Best Doctors
* Salary Finance
* Wealth at Work courses
* Deals and discounts
* EVolve Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Mental health first aiders
* ShareBuy
* MORE Choices flexible benefits
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
As Davyhulme Field Technical Officer you will play a vital role in safeguarding both performance and compliance across our wastewater treatment works
You’ll be responsible for analysing and interpreting complex operational performance data, proactively complex operational performance data, proactively identifying trends, risks and areas for improvement. With a strong focus on health and safety, you’ll implement corrective actions to ensure our processes continue to meet both internal standards and external regulatory requirements. The Technical officer role is critical in upskilling process controllers and operators, while also ensuring the site is running at optimum efficiency.
Where necessary, you’ll escalate performance or compliance concerns to the Production Manager, supporting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Your insight and attention to details will help ensure the reliability, efficiency, and safety of essential wastewater services that our communities rely on every day.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Analyse and interpret complex operational performance data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and risks.
* Proactively implement corrective actions in line with health and safety requirements to maintain safe and effective operations.
* Escalate any significant performance or compliance risks to the Production Manager in a timely and informed manner.
* Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by driving operational excellence and accountability.
* Support the delivery of reliable, efficient, and safe services that are critical to the communities
* we serve.
* Help ensure our activities meet internal performance standards as well as external regulatory obligations.
Technical Skills & Experience
* Well-developed IT, numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills to deliver operational and financial performance targets.
* An excellent knowledge and practical experience of wastewater treatment processes and best operational practice.
* Technical knowledge of wastewater treatment assets and the associated operational, and maintenance requirements is essential to ensure delivery of lowest whole life cost solutions.
* Ability to demonstrate practical experience working in wastewater treatment operations and maintenance and experience of delivering and maintaining performance improvement
* Understanding and implementation of future regulatory requirements within wastewater operations
This role may not be eligible for the visa sponsorship
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.