• Job Description

  Req#: R7408

  Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.

  Scottish Water Horizon – Senior Multifunctional Ops Technician

  At Scottish Water Horizons (SWH) we harness Scottish Water expertise and assets to generate income. All profits are reinvested by Scottish Water Horizons for the benefit of our customers and communities. Sound good?

  Right now, we’re looking for someone with operational experience to join our Aquatrine team.

  What you’ll do

  An exciting and challenging full-time opportunity has come up with Scottish Water Horizons as a Senior Multifunctional Ops Technician .

  A unique role which gives you experience of operating and maintaining all these asset types while giving excellent commercial experience working within a tight contractual relationship that sets the terms of service expectations for the MOD. We’re in year 19 of a 25-year contract, so the ask will be to work closely with Veolia as we transition towards the end of the contract in 2030.

  Project Aquatrine is like running a mini–Scottish Water of your own, with networks, treatment works, and all other manner of assets dotted all over the country within a partnership with Veolia to maintain water and wastewater assets on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

  The role holder will be responsible for ensuring that contractual operational requirements are complied with on a day to day basis ensuring management of operations, planned maintenance and client liaison with Veolia Water Nevis and MOD are delivered in the most cost effective manner.

  The role holder will play a leading role in increasing safety awareness and behaviours across the delivery of the contract by ensuring that all assets are maintained and work is carried in line with current H&S legislation and SW policies.

  The role holder will be required to identify needs that would require capital expenditure and work with our team of co-ordinators to build a business case as part of a CAPEX submission process

  Strong stakeholder management is required as the role holder must give technical advice to SW CSD staff, sub contactors and the client in relation to operational issues.

  This role will be site based in and around the Clyde Valley but the role holder should be flexible and could be expected to travel all over Scotland with occasionally staying away from home.

  The role also requires undertake part of an out of hours standby with Team Leader supplement.

  What you’ll bring

  First and foremost, you’ll be adept at keeping multiple proverbial plates spinning.

  You’ll have experience of working in a busy operational environment, delivering service excellence along with experience of working within a team with a strong Health and Safety Culture.

  A proven background in at least one of the following technical knowledge in Water and/or Wastewater Operations.

  And in all your dealings with colleagues, clients, customers, and external parties, you will embody the Scottish Water Character – by being Bold, Responsible, Inspiring and Caring.

  Oh, and a driving licence and you will require to go through MOD Security Clearance.

  Looking out for you

  While the work we do is important, we know it’s not the only thing that matters. That’s why we make sure you have everything you need to find a good work-life balance.

  You’ll get plenty of time to recharge with 38 days of holiday every year (including public holidays). And you can even buy five more if you need a little extra time. You can also take paid time off to volunteer in your community.

  When it comes to major life events we have family-friendly policies around adoption, maternity, and parental leave. And for the everyday? We embrace flexible working.

  For your future, there’s our pension (the ‘know-what-you’ll-get-when-you-retire’ kind), as well as life assurance.

  As for some nice extras? You can expect an annual company bonus. Not to mention access to SW Splash – handy rewards that can save you money on holidays, bills, and shopping.

  The not-so-small print

  The starting salary for this role will be £31,380 to £43,350

  If you’re interested in this role – or know someone else who might be - we’ll be accepting applications until midnight on 13th of December 2023

  Job offers at Scottish Water are conditional, and will be confirmed on completion of our pre-employment screening, e.g. referencing, criminal record checks, license checks, etc. These checks are conducted on our behalf by a third party. Don’t worry - we’ll ask your permission before starting these checks.

  A few final things worth knowing…

  Research shows that some people avoid applying for jobs unless they can meet every single criteria. If you’re interested in this job, but don’t tick all the boxes, apply anyway! We hardly ever hire people who can do every part of a job from Day One. Everyone has a learning curve. So don’t rule yourself out!

  Let us know if there are any changes we can make to our recruitment process to help you perform at your best. Lots of our people have disabilities or neurodiverse conditions (including some of our recruiters!). We're also aware that some people might be experiencing temporary challenges because of life events, like menopause. We’re very used to making adjustments, so please don’t be afraid to ask.

  As part of our commitment to developing a flourishing Scotland, it’s important that all our employees are Scottish taxpayers. If you join us, your home address will need to be in Scotland. If you don’t already live here, you'll need to commit to moving here within your first three months.

  Finally (finally!), candidates who haven’t submitted an application in the last 12 months will have their records removed from our recruitment database. You won’t need to do anything. Your data will be automatically deleted.

  
  We’re here to help. Ask us anything at SWRecruitment@ScottishWater.co.uk

• About the company

  Scottish Water is a statutory corporation that provides water and sewerage services across Scotland.

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