At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect and maintain the sewerage network while responding to pollution and flooding events.
- Company: Join South West Water, a leader in the UK water sector focused on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, a competitive salary, and various health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values inclusion and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while developing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs including Maths, English, and Science; full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 27536 - 27536 £ per year.
Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose. South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK's most stunning landscapes. We're proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future.
We are currently recruiting a Catchment Operator to join our Networks team in Redruth on a full-time, permanent basis. You will receive a competitive salary of £27,536 per annum with the opportunity to enter our company progression scheme. Levels range from 1 to 5 with a salary of up to £36,010 at Level 5. In addition to this, you will also receive a salary uplift allowance for taking part in the standby rota. Core hours are 37 per week with a 1 in 5 week standby and call out rota, once training is complete.
As Catchment Operator within our Wastewater Networks team, you will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining and improving the sewerage network. This role is customer facing.
What you'll be doing:
- Rapid response to and resolution of pollution and flooding events
- Blockage clearance and investigation of underlying causes
- CCTV survey of pipework and asset investigation
- Maintenance of small sewage pumping stations and CSOs
- Ensure Risk Assessments and Task Safety Instructions for work activity are adhered to and continually improved
- Using logic and initiative to assess on site problems and find an appropriate solution
- Ensuring all work completed provides the highest level of service to the customer, dealing with sensitive issues in a calm and reassuring manner
- Provide resolution or escalate issues to management where appropriate
- Respond effectively to site conditions and monitoring information to ensure that compliance with environmental regulations is maintained
- Carry out first line maintenance on instruments & mechanical equipment
- Working independently using a single-man operated jetting vehicles, as well as working as an effective part of a team tackling larger issues
What we are looking for:
- 5 GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English and a Science subject
- Full UK Driving License
- Proficient in Microsoft packages
- Happy working outside in all conditions
What's in it for you:
- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
- A discretionary Bonus
- Competitive Contributory Pension
- Share-save Scheme
- Various health benefits
- Wellbeing support programmes
- A range of Group Discounts
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Financial support services
Closing Date: 12th Aug 2026. We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Be yourself, we like it that way. 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.
Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:
- Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
- Be You - We want you to bring your best every day. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
- Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
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