Treatment Operator – Waste Water

Scottish Water

Waste Water Operative responsible for monitoring and maintaining wastewater treatment processes in Scotland. Contributing to environmental responsibility and customer satisfaction.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeAberdeen • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £31,640 - £36,460 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in monitoring and maintaining wastewater treatment processes while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Strong focus on customer satisfaction and the ability to analyze trends and recommend process improvements.

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Wastewater Treatment ProcessesHealth And Safety RegulationsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailCustomer Satisfaction

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Soft Skills

Ability To Work IndependentlyAttention To DetailProblem-Solving Skills

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Wastewater TreatmentProcess ImprovementMaintenanceMonitoringReporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Monitor and maintain wastewater treatment processes
Record key numbers and file reports
Recommend ways to improve processes
Oversee regular maintenance of the site.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Comfortable working on your own
Focus on customer satisfaction
Attention to detail
Ability to spot changes and trends
Problem-solving skills
Mechanical knowledge (nice to have)
Ability to follow health and safety regulations
Capability to work on standby rota for out-of-hours work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

38 days of holiday every year (including public holidays)
Buy five more holidays if needed
Paid time off to volunteer
Family-friendly policies around adoption, maternity, and parental leave
Flexible working hours
Pension plan
Life assurance
Company bonus scheme
Access to SW Splash rewards.