Catchment Operator

\u003cfigure data-alignment=\"center\" class=\"relative\" style=\"width:fit-content;margin-left:auto;margin-right:auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://images.teamtailor-cdn.com/images/s3/teamtailor-production/gallery_picture-v6/image_uploads/2a338298-490f-491c-badc-5bb6014b6a5d/original.png\" alt=\"RS4252_SWW_Stack 2lines_colour.png\" title=\"\" width=\"179\" height=\"124\" data-alignment=\"center\" style=\"width:179px;max-width:179px;height:124px;\"\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowered by Water, Driven by Purpose\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSouth West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future.

Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we're working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to make a splash? \u003cstrong\u003eJoin our team today.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatchment Operator\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are currently recruiting a \u003cstrong\u003eCatchment Operator \u003c/strong\u003eto join our Networks team in\u003cstrong\u003e Totnes.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoining us on a \u003cstrong\u003efull-time, permanent basis\u003c/strong\u003e.

You will receive a competitive salary of \u003cstrong\u003e£27,536 per annum \u003c/strong\u003ewith the opportunity to enter our company progression scheme. Levels range from 1 to 5 with a salary of up to \u003cstrong\u003e£36,010\u003c/strong\u003e at Level 5.

In addition to this, you will also receive a salary uplift allowance for taking part in the standby rota.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore hours\u003c/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003e37 \u003c/strong\u003eper week with a 1 in 5 week standby and call out rota, once training is complete.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs Catchment Operator within our Wastewater Networks team, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining and improving the sewerage network.

This role is customer facing.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you'll be doing:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRapid response to and resolution of pollution and flooding events\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlockage clearance and investigation of underlying causes\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCCTV survey of pipework and asset investigation\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance of small sewage pumping stations and CSOs\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsure Risk Assessments and Task Safety Instructions for work activity are adhered to and continually improved\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing logic and initiative to assess on site problems and find an appropriate solution\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnsuring 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\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide resolution or escalate issues to management where appropriate\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRespond effectively to site conditions and monitoring information to ensure that compliance with environmental regulations is maintained\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarry out first line maintenance on instruments \u0026amp; mechanical equipment\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorking independently using a single-man operated jetting vehicles, as well as working as an effective part of a team tackling larger issues support decision making and performance tracking across the team\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we are looking for:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull UK Driving License\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProficient in Microsoft packages\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHappy working outside in all conditions\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in it for you:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerous holiday allowance plus bank holidays\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA discretionary Bonus\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompetitive Contributory Pension\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShare-save Scheme\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarious health benefits\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWellbeing support programmes\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA range of Group Discounts\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCycle to Work Scheme\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinancial support services\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing Date: 6th November 2026\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe yourself, we like it that way.\u003c/strong\u003e Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive.

Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur core values, which are essential to our success, are:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe Rock Solid\u003c/strong\u003e - Build trust and be trusted.

Be the one we all look to and can depend on.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe You \u003c/strong\u003e- We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBe the Future\u003c/strong\u003e - Embrace change.

Drive Progress. Own the challenge.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cfigure data-alignment=\"left\" class=\"relative\" style=\"width:fit-content;margin-left:0px;margin-right:auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https://images.teamtailor-cdn.com/images/s3/teamtailor-production/gallery_picture-v6/image_uploads/434969f8-20ae-43a9-aaf2-971d8656de5e/original.png\" alt=\"Values\" title=\"\" width=\"467\" height=\"117\" data-alignment=\"left\" style=\"width:467px;max-width:467px;height:117px;\"\u003e\u003c/figure\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e

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