Closing Date
2026-04-03
Job Title: Workshop Technician
Location: Dambridge, Canterbury - Kent
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 38
Salary: From £35,945 based on skills and experience
About the role:
Join our asset maintenance workshop team based at Dambridge near Canterbury in Kent to undertake the repairs, replacement and modifications to our assets located on our wastewater treatment facilities, sludge treatment centres and pumping stations.
Ensuring compliance with health and safety, quality, environmental and customer standards are met whilst supporting continuous improvement.
What you will be responsible for:
1. To undertake these tasks, it would be preferable if you have previous experience of working in a process environment and be competent in operating all types of tooling in a workshop setting.
2. Be involved in commissioning of new or repaired assets ensuring that they operate as per the manufacturers recommendations and site compliance is maintained.
3. Be familiar with using computers and smart phones to update our company systems and databases as required and have experience of using site control systems such as Scada and HMIs.
4. Be able to identify possible future risks to site compliance and recommend resolutions as required.
5. Be part of a bank holiday standby roster to provide emergency support to operations as required.
6. Willing to travel to all sites across Kent.
What you’ll bring to the role:
Skills and Competencies:
7. Beself-motivated with a desire to achieving the best possible work quality standards.
8. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
9. Be able to work effectively under pressure and use your own initiative if required
10. Drive collaborative working not only with your team members but also our operational customer base.
11. Be adaptable and flexible to working conditions.
Experience and Qualifications:
12. Knowledge and experience of mechanical plant and equipment used in the wastewater treatment process.
13. Completed a recognised apprenticeship in a mechanical discipline
14. A Level 3 NVQ qualification or equivalent in a mechanical discipline.
15. A full UK driving licence
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
“Your potential matters more than a perfect checklist. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we want to hear from you! Skills can be learned—passion, drive, and fresh perspectives are what truly set candidates apart. Don’t hesitate—take the leap and apply!”
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.