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Hardingstone, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
Optimum Talent Acquisition
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Wastewater Treatment & Waste Technician
Northampton
£16.25 per hour
Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
We are recruiting for a Wastewater Treatment & Waste Technician to join a well-established manufacturing business in Northampton. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the site’s wastewater treatment and water recycling systems, alongside supporting waste management, COSHH and wider environmental initiatives.
The role will be approximately 70–80% focused on wastewater treatment operations, with the remaining 20–30% covering waste management and COSHH administration.
The Role
* Take ownership of the operation and performance of the wastewater treatment and water recycling system
* Monitor and control all stages of the treatment process
* Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance
* Conduct water sampling and quality testing
* Manage chemical dosing, pH levels, flow rates and tank levels
* Support sludge handling and monitor chemical consumption
* Maintain accurate operational and environmental compliance records
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase water re-use
* Support COSHH management, including chemical inventories, SDS records and risk assessments
* Assist with recycling and waste reduction initiatives across the site
* Maintain the site’s chemical inventory and Safety Data Sheet register
What We’re Looking For
* Experience with in a manufacturing, utilities, environmental or wastewater treatment environment
* Knowledge of chemical handling and safe working practices
* Knowledge of pH control, coagulation, flocculation, clarification and sludge management
* Ability to work independently and take responsibility for routine plant operations
* Good attention to detail and troubleshooting skills
* Good communication and planning skills
* Competent with Microsoft Office
* Previous experience operating wastewater treatment or water recycling systems would be advantageous
* Understanding of environmental compliance, waste management and COSHH would be beneficial
* IOSH Working Safely or a similar health and safety qualification would be advantageous
Benefits
* £16.25 per hour
* Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:00
* 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
* Company pension
* 4x life assurance
* £1,000 retention bonus
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