Catchment (SPS) Operator

South West Water

📍 barnstaple, england, United-Kingdom

Full-time Management & Operations Posted June 17, 2026

Job Description

Location: Barnstaple, UK

Hours: 37 per week with 1‑in‑5 week standby rota after training.

Salary: £27,523 - £36,011 per annum (competitive).

Responsibilities

As a Sewage Pumping Station Operator, you will carry out reactive and planned work to support day‑to‑day operation and maintenance of Sewage Pumping Stations.

  • Carrying out on‑site monitoring of treated wastewater and associated plant to ensure effective site operation and compliance requirements.
  • Responding effectively to site conditions and instrument monitoring information to maintain compliance and protect the environment.
  • Storing and handling chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS procedures, and relevant health and safety standards.
  • Carrying out first‑line maintenance on instruments and mechanical equipment.
  • Carrying out calibration of equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Using the iSCADA c...