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We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.
We are currently recruiting a Catchment Operator to join our Networks team in Plympton on a full-time, permanent basis.
You will receive a competitive salary of £26,337 per annum with the opportunity to enter our company progression scheme. Levels range from 1 to 5 with a salary of up to £34,460 at Level 5. In addition to this, you will also receive a salary uplift allowance for taking part in the standby rota.
Core hours are 37 per week with a 1 in 5 week standby and call out rota, once training is complete.
Duties
* Rapid response to and resolution of pollution and flooding events
* Blockage clearance and investigation of underlying causes
* CCTV survey of pipework and asset investigation
* Maintenance of small sewage pumping stations and CSOs
* Ensure Risk Assessments and Task Safety Instructions for work activity are adhered to and continually improved
* Using logic and initiative to assess on site problems and find an appropriate solution
* Ensuring all work completed provides the highest level of service to the customer, dealing with sensitive issues in a calm and reassuring manner and approaching all situations in a polite, friendly and approachable manner
* Provide resolution or elevate issues to management where appropriate
* Respond effectively to site conditions and monitoring information to ensure that compliance with environmental regulations is maintained
* Carry out first line maintenance on instruments & mechanical equipment
* Working independently using a single-man operated jetting vehicle, as well as working as an effective part of a team tackling larger issues support decision making and performance tracking across the team
What we are looking for
* 5 GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject
* Full UK Driving License
* Proficient in Microsoft packages
* Happy working outside in all conditions
What’s in it for you
* Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
* A discretionary Bonus
* Competitive Contributory Pension
* Share-save Scheme
* Various health benefits
* Wellbeing support programmes
* A range of Group Discounts
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Financial support services
Closing Date: Thursday 30th October 2025
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Our Core Values
* Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
* Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
* Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
Be yourself, we like it that way.
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