Contract Temporary

Wastewater Production Operator

Pertemps Newcastle

Washington, Tyne and Wear, NE38 0HT

£15.24 per hour

Posted: 26 June 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Closing date: 26 July 2026

Ref: 60275997

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About the Role

The Wastewater Production Operator role, based in Washington, is a contract position with Pertemps Newcastle, paying £15.24 per hour. This temporary assignment for Northumbrian Water runs for six months, with a working pattern of Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. The postholder will join a front-line team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of wastewater treatment works, directly supporting environmental protection and regional water services. Key duties involve operating and maintaining works assets to meet regulatory and company standards, optimising the use of chemicals, energy, and other resources for efficient operations. The role also requires performing basic effluent and mixed liquor analysis, interpreting the results, and taking appropriate corrective action to maintain compliance.

Wastewater Production Operator
Washington
Up to £15.24 per hour
Monday-Friday 8-4pm
We are currently recruiting for a Wastewater Production Operator to join Northumbrian Water on a 6 month contract based in Washington.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a vital front line team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of wastewater treatment works, helping to protect the environment and support essential water services across the region.
Key Responsibilities

Operate and maintain works assets in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards to ensure ongoing compliance.
Optimise the use of plant assets, including chemicals, energy, and other resources, to achieve efficient operations.
Carry out basic effluent and mixed liquor analysis, interpret results, and implement operational changes as required.
Effectively use and interrogate the SCADA system to fault-find, monitor performance, and optimise plant utilisation.
Perform basic instrument calibration in line with procedures.
Undertake basic fault finding on plant and equipment and escalate issues where necessary.
Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by line management in line with operational requirements.

What we’re looking for

A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
A valid UK driving licence is required for travel between sites.
Experience or understanding of operating and maintaining process plant or industrial assets.
Ability to interpret operational data and respond appropriately.
Confidence using control systems and basic IT applications.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures at all times.

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