At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and calibrate cutting-edge monitoring equipment in a dynamic operational environment.
- Company: Join South West Water, a leader in the UK water sector with a green mission.
- Benefits: Starting salary from £36,008, plus excellent benefits and career progression.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team focused on sustainability and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on water quality while working with innovative technology.
- Qualifications: Technical knowledge in instrumentation and a collaborative mindset are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 41327 £ 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. Our goals include lowering our carbon footprint, planting 300,000 trees, restoring peatlands, and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Great new opportunity for an Operational Technology ICA Technician to join our team at Tolgus Depot. Starting salary from £36,008 plus excellent benefits (depending on experience). This role offers the chance to build your technical qualifications and progress within a supportive operational team.
The Role
As an Operational Technology ICA Technician, you'll maintain and calibrate regulatory monitoring equipment, analytical instrumentation, and process sensors across our operations. You'll complete planned maintenance and respond quickly to operational issues, carrying out onsite analysis, diagnosis, and problem resolution while ensuring compliance with established standards and change processes. You'll need to be resilient and adaptable, able to manage changing priorities with a positive, flexible approach. The technology you'll work with is varied and interesting, including sensors, instrumentation, process control, and telemetry.
What you'll be doing
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on instrumentation, telemetry, and regulatory equipment.
- Diagnose and resolve operational issues quickly to maintain performance and compliance.
- Support cost-effective improvements and ensure adherence to standards and change processes.
- Work collaboratively with OT, ICA, mechanical, and electrical teams to prioritise and deliver work.
- Use electrical/control/process knowledge to optimise systems and reduce operational risk.
- Assist with root-cause investigations and drive effective resolutions.
- Contribute to compliance with legislation (e.g., UK NIS) and support technical standards.
- Promote strong health and safety practices.
ICA Technician employer: South West Water
At South West Water, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that fosters personal and professional growth. As part of the Pennon Group, our ICA Technicians benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive training opportunities, and the chance to work in some of the UK's most beautiful landscapes while contributing to meaningful environmental initiatives. Join us at Tolgus Depot, where your skills will be valued, and you can make a real impact in the water sector.
