We re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future. Portsmouth Water are delighted to have an opening for a Production Process Technician to join our highly regarded Production Department to monitor, operate, maintain and optimise our production assets. This role is key in ensuring delivery of safe and wholesome drinking water to our consumers. What will you be doing? Key Responsibilities Visit water treatment works, pumping stations and reservoirs to carry out essential duties and monitor the performance and operability of our assets. Data collection of water quality and asset performance, recording routine activities and work completed. Train and mentor colleagues within Production and other areas of the business, keeping records of competency and continuous improvement. Provide support to colleagues in the field where complex process issues arise. Operate and maintain treatment works assets, monitoring, recording and interpreting water samples to ensure treatment process are working effectively. Monitor external activities in the areas surrounding our assets for anything that may affect the integrity of the water sources or treatment processes. Creating and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), carrying out risk assessments, optimising chemical dosing, investigating root causes of water quality issues and advising on corrective actions. Assist with optimising the operation of our production assets to ensure that water quality continues to meet all internal standards and statutory requirements at each treatment stage, whilst optimising energy, quality and performance. Work closely with Process Science and to have collective responsibility for water quality. Ensure the appearance, cleanliness and operation of our sites meets company standards, whilst maintaining water quality and hygiene standards. Ensure all work is carried out in line with the Company s Water Production procedures and in full compliance with on-site Health and Safety and quality standards. What do you need? Skills, Qualifications & Competencies Industry water operations related qualification E.g. CABWI Level 4 in Water Operations EUSR National Water Hygiene (Blue) Card/SHEA Water (Can be provided if required) An advanced understanding of water treatment and distribution processes, and the regulations that govern them. Experience working with SCADA/HMI process control systems Experience working with chemicals, COSHH awareness Experience working in Medium/High Risk Confined Spaces Excellent report-writing, with an emphasis on clarity and attention to detail, often working to tight deadlines. Analytical with proven experience of data processing, mapping, and auditing. Empathetic, self-aware, and comfortable with constructively challenging areas that could be improved. Adaptable and able to prioritise workload and respond quickly to changing business needs Passionate about providing an excellent service, to our customer, colleagues and across the Water Industry. Full Driving Licence to support travel requirements across sites. We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways, and that s why we re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for. We re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society. Please note, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it. What can Portsmouth Water offer you? At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here s just a taste of what s waiting for you when you join the team: Holidays Made Better Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore. A Pension That Works for You We ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today. Performance Pays Off You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance because when we succeed together, you should benefit too. Family Comes First Whether you re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay. Peace of Mind, Always Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens. Support When You Need It With our Employee Assistance Programme provided by Bupa, help is just a call away confidential support, 24/7. PW Perks Treat Yourself! Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like: Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year) Cycle to Work Scheme Health Cash Plan and so much more!