Production Operative

This full-time Production Operative role in Thornaby-on-Tees runs Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, on a seven-month temporary contract at £14.64 per hour. Based with NWL's Water Treatment team, the successful candidate operates, monitors and maintains treatment processes and equipment, making operational adjustments and carrying out routine maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality water meeting regulatory and company standards. Applicants should be practical, methodical and comfortable solving problems within a quality-controlled setting, with the ability to respond promptly to operational issues and keep accurate records.

Reliability, attention to detail and teamwork matter, alongside a willingness to work hands-on with plant and machinery.

Production Operator Stockton-on-Tees Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm 7 month contract £14.64 per hour

We're looking for an operator to join NWL's Water Treatment team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and working as part of a close-knit team to help produce safe, high-quality water. As a Production Operator, you'll be responsible for operating, monitoring, and maintaining water treatment processes and equipment to ensure we consistently deliver safe, high-quality water that meets all regulatory and company standards.

Working in a quality-controlled environment, you'll monitor treatment processes, make operational adjustments, carry out routine maintenance, and respond to operational issues while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.

• Operate and monitor water treatment processes from raw water through to final product.
• Adjust treatment processes, including chemical dosing, to optimise performance and maintain water quality.
• Analyse operational and laboratory data to support process improvements.
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance, equipment calibration, and validation.
• Complete site housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant working environment.
• Monitor pumps, valves, instrumentation, and SCADA systems.
• Respond to operational issues and equipment faults using sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain accurate site records, including electronic logs, testing records, stock levels, and health and safety documentation.
• Work closely with maintenance teams, contractors, and other departments to ensure safe and efficient site operations.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures, including safe systems of work when handling chemicals and operating equipment.

• A valid UK Manual Driving licence.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to respond effectively to operational issues.
• Reliability, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Mechanical or technical aptitude, with confidence working around equipment and technology.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable under pressure.
• A genuine commitment to producing safe, high-quality drinking water.
• A willingness to learn, develop new skills, and undertake training.

Full training will be provided, including development in water treatment processes, plant operation, SCADA systems, instrumentation, and company procedures.