Process Tech (Mech)

Process Technician – Mechanic

Location: Chichester & Havant (willing to travel across multiple sites); Driving licence: Current full UK licence required.

Closing Date: 2026-01-13

Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: £36,954.02 – £44,344.09 per annum (depending on skills and experience)

Benefits

• A company van (for business use only) which you can take home, and a fuel card
• Health Care cash plan cover (with options to upgrade for family coverage)
• Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution)

About the Role

Join our Wastewater Team to maintain and repair wastewater treatment works, sludge centres, and pumping stations. Ensure compliance with environmental, quality, and safety standards while supporting continuous improvement.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Undertake reactive and planned maintenance of plant and equipment.
• Install new plant and equipment as required.
• Respond to alarms and fault‑find issues, fixing or escalating as needed.
• Carry out inspection and testing on mechanical equipment following company procedures.
• Provide technical expertise to internal and external contractors.
• Update company systems and databases accurately and promptly.
• Participate in standby cover.

Additional Requirements

Standby cover required.

Essential Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ Mechanical qualification with certificates.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to work under pressure.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience in the water industry.
• Strong understanding of pumping station operation and wastewater treatment process.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Progression Opportunities

Southern Water offers career progression, training, and development opportunities.

About Southern Water

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025‑30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.