Bioresources Technician- Water Recycling

Our Water Recycling team plays a vital role in protecting the environment and public health. Through our highly skilled in‑house workforce, we collect and treat wastewater before safely returning it to rivers and coastal outlets. 

Our extensive network includes 76,000 kilometres of sewers and over 1,000 water recycling centres, making what we do critical to everyday life. 

As a Bioresources Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring Water Recycling treatment processes and systems are serviced and maintained so they operate effectively, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards such as Health & Safety, HACCP and environmental compliance. 

You’ll work hands‑on across our sites, supporting safe operations, maintaining critical equipment, and helping to keep our assets performing at their best. 

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  Implementing and tracking actions from Compliance Action Plans 

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  Investigating problems and promoting corrective actions within your level of competence 

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  Carrying out basic mechanical maintenance and supporting condition‑based asset monitoring 

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  Monitoring contractor performance while remedial work is carried out on wastewater assets 

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  Inspecting safety‑critical equipment including legionella testing, gas, electricity and emergency lighting 

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  Maintaining clear communication across the site team regarding operations and activities 

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  Producing accurate reports on asset condition and site compliance 

• Salary of up to £43,686 as your skills progress 

• Experience working in an operational or technical environment 

• A solid understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace 

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team 

• Confident communicator, able to liaise with different teams and contractors 

• Proactive, flexible, and willing to adapt to changing site priorities 

• Hands‑on, practical approach with basic mechanical skills 

• Ability to use Microsoft Outlook, Teams and database systems (training provided on internal systems) 

• Willingness to learn, take initiative and continuously improve 

• Must be able to work in confined spaces and at height  

• Due to harness weight limits, maximum weight must not exceed 113kg 

• Occupational Health checks will be required 

Join us and make a difference. We believe our workforce should reflect the communities we serve, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and can succeed. 

We proudly support the Social Mobility Pledge, are signatories of Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter, hold the Armed Forces Gold Covenant, are a Disability Confident Employer, and play a leading role in the Women’s Utility Network. 

If you’re looking to build a rewarding career and add real value to our Water Recycling team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Closing Date: Sunday 16th August 2026
Interview Dates: TBC

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