Recovery \u0026 Treatment Manager in Devon

\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\u003ch2\u003eJoin us and help shape a cleaner, greener future for the South West\u003c/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe're looking for a \u003cstrong\u003eRecovery and Treatment Area Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to join our team in Exeter. This is a fantastic chance to join an established and trusted company, play a key part in protecting the environment, and lead a team responsible for delivering vital services to our customers.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the Recovery and Treatment Area Manager, you will lead the Waste Water Service Field Delivery Team, managing performance, development and day-to-day operations across wastewater treatment assets. You'll ensure treated effluent and re-cycled sludge consistently meet regulatory standards and support the effective running of wastewater pump stations and networks.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to keep our sites running smoothly, ensure a robust planned maintenance schedule, respond to operational needs, and maintain exceptional levels of environmental protection.\u003c/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you'll be doing:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeading a team of operatives to deliver safe, compliant and efficient operation of Waste Water Treatment Works (WWTW), meeting key targets including compliance, energy, income and pollution prevention\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimising pollution risks and maintaining a \u003cem\u003ePure Environment\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOwning root cause investigations and ensuring internal SLA targets are met\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTaking accountability for meeting Health and Safety requirements and driving a positive safety culture\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorking with Maintenance Managers and Asset Management teams to plan and deliver asset repair and improvement work\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eManaging strategic contracts within Waste Water Services, including JVT, Interworks, Biosolids and Pump Repair\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnsuring the welfare, training and development needs of the field team are continuously met\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePartnering with the Control Centre and SCADA teams to optimise remote operation, reduce reactive events and manage operational costs\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we're looking for:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA management qualification or equivalent operational leadership experience (WAMITAB and IOSH desirable or willingness to complete)\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProven experience managing an operational team\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfident using MS Office and software systems, with strong presentation skills\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbility to manage conflict and handle sensitive issues effectively\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWillingness to participate in standby rotation for the Duty Recovery \u0026amp; Treatment Area Manager role\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull UK driving licence and ability to travel within the area\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy join us?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recognise the commitment our people give every day, and in return we offer outstanding training, career opportunities and a generous benefits package, including:\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenerous holiday allowance + bank holidays\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscretionary bonus scheme\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompetitive contributory pension\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eShare-save scheme\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA range of health and wellbeing benefits\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWellbeing and employee support programmes\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccess to a wide range of discounts\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCycle to Work Scheme\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinancial support services\u003cbr\u003e...and more!\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing Date: 9th 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. 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