Controller

GFL Environmental Inc.; Worthing; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services provider in Worthing is seeking an experienced Controller to monitor sewage treatment works and manage alarm systems. The ideal candidate will have a background in alarm management and be familiar with Southern Water waste sites. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £29,000, flexible working hours, and a robust benefits package including a generous pension and performance-related bonuses.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution

Health benefits through a Cash Plan

25 days annual holiday

Occupational health service

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE level education or equivalent.
• Experience with alarm management systems is desirable.
• Industry experience on Southern Water waste sites is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor sewage treatment works and pumping stations.
• Provide timely information to stakeholders.
• Manage alarms and resource coordination effectively.

Skills

Alarm management systems

Southern Water waste sites experience

Communication

Education

GCSE level or equivalent education

Tools

Company Office IT systems

Job description

Controller page is loaded## Controllerlocations: Worthing: FALMERtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 20, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR7775**Closing Date**20/02/2026**Job Title: Controller****Location: Durrington, Worthing****Contract Type: Permanent****Hours: 38****Salary: £29,000 depending on skills and experience** **About the role:**This role focuses on monitoring and controlling our Sewage Treatment Works and Sewage Pumping Stations, ensuring that alarm data is meticulously analysed, and resources are promptly mobilized when assets underperform.In this role, you will be responsible for providing continuous monitoring and control, ensuring our sewage treatment works and pumping stations operate efficiently. **What you will be responsible for:**By analysing data from control systems, you will coordinate with schedulers to facilitate rapid responses to alarms and alerts.Your duties will include providing accurate, timely, and concise information to Southern Water, service providers, contractors, and other stakeholders, adhering to company standards and statutory requirements.* Alarm Management: Maintain vigilance over alarm systems, ensuring prompt and appropriate responses to any alerts. Effective alarm management is critical in preventing service disruptions and maintaining operational efficiency.* Resource Coordination: Allocate tasks to relevant teams, ensuring smooth operations and maintaining regular communication to facilitate effective response to operational issues.* Information Dissemination: Ensure the delivery of precise and timely information to all stakeholders, maintaining transparency and clear communication lines.* Health and Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to health, safety, and welfare requirements, prioritizing the well-being of all team members and the public.* Training and Systems: Engage in training programs and comply with all system requirements, including the ‘License to Control’ development programme. Staying updated on the latest protocols and procedures is crucial for maintaining operational excellence.* Team Integration: Collaborate effectively within the team, adapting to the dynamic environment and supporting team members to meet operational demands.* System Access: Utilize various Southern Water systems to proactively manage and escalate issues. This includes integrating data on asset conditions, alarms, and weather to inform operational responses, ensuring a comprehensive approach to system management. **Shift Pattern**: Base core hours are Monday to Friday 07.00 – 15.00 however some flexibility of start and finish times may be required, including the occasional late shift.* **(may be required to do a late shift which consists off 11:00am – 19:00pm to cover periods of annual leave or sick leave)** **What you’ll bring to the role:*** Educational Background: GCSE level or equivalent education.* System Proficiency: Experience operating alarm management systems, and Company Office IT systems is desirable.* Industry Experience: Experience working on Southern Water waste sites is advantageous.Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed. You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation *"At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need."* If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- ) **Our Commitment to Diversity**We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.* We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so if you are interested in the position please do send your application over today to ensure consideration.* We truly appreciate every application. Please note, that due to the volume of interest, we may not be able to provide personalised feedback to all applicants.### Our Benefits* Company and performance-related bonus* Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution* Life assurance payment equal to four times your annual salary* Health benefits through a Cash Plan* Two paid community volunteering days a year* 25 days annual holiday* Occupational health service* Retail discount app* We offer competitive maternity leave, and flexible return to work options