Overview
Process Operator role at Yorkshire Water. Location: covering sites in and around Harrogate, Ripon and Knaresborough areas. Permanent employment; 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday within 07:00 to 18:00. On-call and standby patterns may include evenings, weekends and overnight callouts. Some weekend work and flexible hours may be required.
We are a Water Utility Company based in the Yorkshire region of England.
Responsibilities
* React to RTS alarms and pollution incidents
* Gather evidence at suspected pollution incidents
* Lifting, checking, and unblocking pumps
* Taking samples, examining results, and troubleshooting issues affecting sample results
* Raise follow-on work for internal support services
* Undertake basic grounds maintenance, site tasks, site maintenance and general housekeeping duties with a focus on health and safety
What You Will Need
* Full training on all mandatory courses provided; company van, tools, equipment, Toughbook, mobile phone, sat nav and corporate clothing supplied
* A practical mindset and enjoy working outdoors in all weathers; hands-on approach to tasks
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team; strong time management and self-management
* Willingness to report unsafe practices to management
* Good problem-solving, decision-making, communication and positive attitude
* Previous IT experience (e.g., Word) and ability to capture site information on a Toughbook
* Full valid UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)
* Eligibility to work and ability to travel to various operational sites
Note: The role has a requirement to carry out occasional work in confined spaces; completion of medical and training is essential to meet safety criteria (BMI, vision, blood pressure, hearing, Spirometry).
What We Offer
* Salary range from £25,785 to £32,739 depending on experience
* Company van; mobile worker
* Annual incentive bonus (up to £1,000 for performance year)
* Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
* Development opportunities in line with the Process Operator progression plan
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, wellness day, and additional days in lieu of bank holidays
* Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
* Benefits package: health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance, partner cover
* Retail savings scheme, Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym discounts, and more
Recruitment Process
Advert closing: 23 October. Interview timing to be announced. If successful, pre-employment checks may include a Basic Disclosure Check and security vetting where applicable. All roles may require a medical questionnaire and additional medicals as needed. We offer adjustments to make the application process accessible. If you have accessibility needs, please indicate this in your application.
Yorkshire Water reserve the right to close this position earlier than the published closing date if needed.
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