Treatment Operator – Waste Water

Job Description

Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland. Most people don’t think too much about how clean water reaches their taps or what happens to their wastewater. But Scottish Water does. It is our focus to keep Scotland’s water pure and protect the environment.

Job Summary

You will be part of a Waste Water Operatives team working in the Dunkeld, Pitlochry and Aberfeldy area. Your role will involve monitoring and maintaining wastewater treatment processes, recording data, producing reports and performing routine maintenance to keep the site running smoothly. You may also drive the tanker to maintain public and private septic tanks.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain treatment processes – from sedimentation to filtration.
• Record key data, file reports and analyse sample test results.
• Recommend improvements to processes based on observations.
• Oversee regular maintenance to keep the site running efficiently.
• Drive the tanker to service septic tanks around the area.
• Participate in a standby rota for out of hours work.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working independently and a focus on customer satisfaction.
• Attention to detail – accurate recordings and adherence to health and safety.
• Ability to spot changes, trends and solve problems.
• Computing skills – comfortable using new computer systems.
• Reliable and punctual with a zero risk attitude to health and safety.

Nice to Have

• Mechanical knowledge to identify problems before they arise (training provided if required).

Benefits

• 38 days of holiday per year (plus public holidays); an option to purchase five additional days.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Family friendly policies – adoption, maternity and parental leave.
• Pension plan and life assurance.
• Annual company bonus.
• Access to SW Splash rewards for savings on holiday, bills and shopping.

Salary & Contract

Grade 4 – starting salary of £31,640. Performance driven pay progression allows movement up to £36,460. The role is subject to pre employment screening, including referencing, criminal record checks and licence checks.

Legal & Equality

Scottish Water is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from disabled and neurodiverse people. The company is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and making adjustments where necessary.