About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We offer a salary of £34,059 to £42,574 depending on experience.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">A Company van.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Development opportunities in line with the <strong>Product & Process Technician</strong> progression plan</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus 2 wellness days! (plus, additional days in lieu of working bank holidays)</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Retail savings scheme </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Location:</strong> We currently have an opportunity for a <strong>Product & Process Technician</strong> to join our Bio-Resource department to cover our Sandall WwTW</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> site. Ideally applicants would need to live with a reasonable commutable distance of <strong>Rotherham, Barnsley,</strong> or <strong>Doncaster</strong> and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. <strong>Could this be you?</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Work type:</strong> Permanent. Our assets are operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The role is working 37 hours per week on a 7-day working pattern, working weekends on a rota, providing 07:00 to 19:00 on-site cover. Once fully trained you will also take part in an operational out of hours rota which provides emergency cover for issues that arise outside of the contractual working window weekend working will be expected as part of the role with compensatory rest days applied to accommodate this.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>What we do:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it’s so much more than this.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire’s water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region’s health, wellbeing, and prosperity.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Bio-Resources are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Where you fit in:</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">As our <strong>Product & Process Technician </strong>you will be responsible for safely undertaking operational and maintenance activities associated with the day to day running of wastewater treatment works. You will be responsible for conducting daily routine manual and technical work tasks on the site, including routine operations, instrument calibration and basic maintenance checks to prevent failure and to manage and prioritise workload according to available resource.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">The <strong>Product & Process Technician</strong> will take ownership of the site and maintain a safe working environment by always implementing and adhering to Health and Safety procedures. This will include the management of contractors via Control of Work, inducting visitors onto sites and mitigating and resolving hazards as they arise.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You will use process information, both manual and IT based, to proactively optimise the site processes and improve process efficiency in terms of cost of treatment and energy generation. Commercially, you will drive for the optimisation of all processes to minimise operational costs and meet out performance targets.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>What skills & qualifications you will need:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Our large Wastewater Treatment Works contain a range of complex processes and control systems, so you will need to be able to demonstrate that you can learn technical processes and be able to problem solve and drive process improvements.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You will have previous knowledge/experience of carrying out technical and manual tasks, preferably in an operational, process-based industry. You will be able to prioritise your own workload and be proactive in taking ownership of site issues. You will be able to work effectively in a team and be comfortable using a wide range of IT systems.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">This is a key operational role where you will be carrying out manual handling duties, working at heights and dealing with raw sewerage.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">As part of this role, you will be required to work within confined spaces, any successful candidate must pass strict medical criteria including, BMI, vision, blood pressure, hearing, and Spirometry tests to ensure your full safety when working in hazardous environments.</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">You require a full valid driving licence with no more than 6 points.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn’t always easy!</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Do we sound like your cup of tea?</strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">If you’ve got experience of carrying out technical and manual tasks, preferably in an operational, process-based industry and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong>Advert closes: 16th July</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black"> All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">We are proud to serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that is reflective of the communities we serve. We strongly encourage candidates of all different backgrounds to apply.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:14.0pt;color:black">Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.</span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>