Closing Date
2026-04-10
Job Title: Water Production Controller
Location: Durrington, Worthing
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 38
Salary: £29,800 + 15% shift allowance
About the role:
We’re transforming our Operational Control Centre and are looking for a Water Production Controller to join our diverse team. Controllers are the backbone of our water and wastewater services, ensuring a continuous supply of safe, high-quality drinking water to 1.2 million customers across a water-stressed region.
What you will be responsible for:
As a Water Production Controller, you’ll work in our Durrington office as part of a 24/7 team, monitoring telemetry systems, managing alarms, making network changes, and coordinating field teams to keep water flowing.
This is a critical role where problem-solving, analytical thinking, and confidence with IT systems are key.
“No two days are the same. You’re solving real problems and making a difference every shift.” – Current Controller
We are looking for people that enjoy problem solving, analysing and work proactively using your own initiative. The role is office based and suitable candidates ideally have confidence in working with multiple IT systems and telephone skills.
Shift Summary
1. Average Weekly Hours: 28 hours per week
2. Annual Leave: Built into your rotation
3. Shift Pattern:
4. 6-week cycle of 12-hour shifts
5. Includes day and night rotations:
6. 3 days on → 7 days off
7. 4 days on → 7 days off
8. 3 nights on → 7 days off
9. 4 nights on → 7 days of off
10. Additional Duties: Some standby periods and extra cover may be required, which will be discussed during the interview.
What you’ll bring to the role:
11. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
12. Ability to work proactively and use your own initiative
13. Confidence with multiple IT systems and excellent communication skills
We’re looking for candidates who:
14. Live within approximately one hour’s commute of our Durrington office, or
15. Are willing to relocate if successful.
Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.
You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation
"At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need."
If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- Introduce Yourself)
Our Commitment to Diversity
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 will be required to provide evidence of their 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 to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre‑employment checks, including security vetting.
Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process, Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment.
Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting, which may involve providing additional documentation.