Energy & utilities occupations Work, Jobs in Newton Ferrers, Dev (with Salaries)

Catchment Operator
South West Water —Plymouth
- £26,337 - £34,460 a year
- Employee discount
General Yard Operative
EMR Group —Plymouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
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General Yard Operative
EMR UK —Plymouth
- Customer service
- IT
- Annual leave
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Recycling Operative / Labourer
Rainbow Skips & Recycling Ltd —Torquay
- Temporary
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Employee discount
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Depot Operator
The Oil and Pipeline Agency —Torpoint
- £31,175 - £32,975 a year
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Travel
Operative Level 3 – Transfer Station (Material Sampler & Weighbridge Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Mechanical knowledge
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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Recycling Officer
South Hams District Council —Tavistock
- £28,598 - £32,061 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
Operative Level 3 - Transfer Station (Plant Operator)
SWISCo Ltd —Paignton
- £26,403 - £28,142 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Heavy lifting
- Maintenance
- Forklift
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Annual leave
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General Yard Operative
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Catchment Operator

South West Water -
Plymouth

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Fixed term contract
£26,337 - £34,460 a year

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee discount

Qualifications

Driving Licence
GCSE

Full job description

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? 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..

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

We're currently recruiting a Catchment Operator to join our team based in Plymouth. You will join us on a 12 month fixed term contract and in return, you will receive a competitive salary of £27, 523.

Hours are 37 per week, with a 1 in 5 week standby rota once training is complete

As a Catchment Operator you will be responsible for carrying out reactive and planned work as scheduled to support the delivery of the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment Works and Sewage Pumping Stations.

Duties:

Carrying out on-site monitoring of treated wastewater and associated plant to ensure effective site operation and that compliance requirements are maintained
Responding effectively to site conditions and instrument monitoring information that ensures compliance is maintained and the environment is protected
Storing and handling chemicals in accordance with COSHH, QMS Procedures and relevant Health and Safety standards
Carrying out first-line maintenance on instruments & mechanical equipment
Carrying out calibration of equipment in order to ensure accuracy and reliability
Using the iSCADA control system, PCs and other computer hardware and software in order to carry out the role effectively
Carrying out grounds maintenance
Providing accurate and timely feedback of activities completed
Adhering to schedules, business rules, and procedures
Liaising with Area Manager, Catchment Pilot and Technical Assistants to ensure schedules are optimised
Liaising with Catchment Operators to carry out any required duties
Liaising with Area Manager, Energy Maintenance, and other members of the team to ensure site operation and asset maintenance is optimised
Dealing effectively with customer queries when directly approached and passing information up the management line where appropriate
Regular sampling and testing of internal and external Tanker deliveries and critical site control points on the Treatment process

What we are looking for:

5 GCSE's 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

Closing Date: 17th July 2026

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 everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

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