Water Operations Technician

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (Depending on experience) per annum plus bonus, access to a company van, and Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, 8:00AM to 4.30PM, Monday to Friday

Location: Tidworth, but will require travel to our sites in the South region

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. 

As a Water Operations Technician you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave

• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000

• Access to our company pension scheme

• Free physiotherapy service 

• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

What you'll be doing;

• Working in and around MOD sites, working in high security areas with special access

• Operation and maintenance of potable water network, water treatment works, storage reservoirs and water abstraction process.

• Planning and implementation of leakage control activities.

• Analysis of network data.

• Identifying and responding to leaks and bursts

• Monitoring potable water network for flow, pressure, leakage etc

• Preparation of reports

• Water Quality sampling

• Potential member of out-of hours standby arrangements.

This role involves working outside in all weather and you must be able to respond to and resolve emergency situations.

What we're looking for;

• Qualification/Experience in water network and or treatment operation or a wealth of experience within clean water operations environment

• Thorough working knowledge of leakage identification and control

• Awareness and understanding of the regulatory aspects within the water industry, particularly in relation to water quality.

• Valve/network control and isolation operations.

• Leakage management experience

• Water quality sampling experience

• Water regulations inspector (certified)

• Accredited Risk Assessor

• Water hygiene (EUSR)

• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.

This position is suited to an individual that is looking to develop their Technician skills, delivering operational performance of a potable water network including leakage and process operation.

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. 

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. 

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.