Job number UU01855
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Bolton
Location name: Lostock Water Treatment Works, Off Chorley New Road, Lostock, Bolton, BL6 4AQ
Posting End Date: 05/03/2025
Band: 6a
Role Type: Permanent
Work hours: 37 Hours per Week
Salary: £35,080
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion, and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and contribution:
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, increasing to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
We have a great opportunity for an OT Field Technician to join us! You will maintain the OT Asset base to agreed performance criteria, including but not limited to Plant and process Monitoring, Control and Automation, Remote Telemetry Systems and Electronic Security Systems.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Liaising and co-operating with other operational and Work Management teams in order to deliver quality and timeliness of services
* Co-ordinating with other team members and reporting of work quality or progress as necessary
* Customer focus, balancing the demands and building relationships with multiple clients
* Management of own work and priorities based on wider business needs
* Adhere to all relevant Health and Safety processes, procedures and guidelines
* Adhere to all appropriate InfoSec policies and procedures
* To analyze faults and recommend solutions to recurring maintenance problems ensuring that processes are operated with optimized efficiency
* Ability to think and operate independently within the constraints of the role but seek support from colleagues and line managers as appropriate
Technical Skills & Experience
* A good knowledge and non-theoretical understanding in the following specialized technology areas: SCADA, PLCs, Control and Automation, Telemetry and Wide Area communication technologies, Security management and Electronic Security Sub systems (CCTV, IDS, ACS)
* Understanding of Microsoft and Linux operating systems and confident with all forms of IT hardware and Microsoft applications
* Focus must be maintained on excellent customer service
* Understanding of the Regulatory and CNI standards for Water Industry Security
* Working knowledge of Information Security good practice
* Full UK driving licence
Qualifications
* To have served a formal Electrical or Instrumentation apprenticeship
We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
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