Field Technical Officer

United Utilities; England; On-site; GBP 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management company in Warrington seeks a Field Technical Officer responsible for providing technical and scientific input to optimize wastewater treatment operations. You'll ensure compliance with regulations, manage operational performance, and collaborate with a team to deliver on key performance targets. Candidates should have technical expertise in wastewater treatment processes and strong analytical skills. The role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 after four years

Up to 14% employer contribution pension scheme

Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus

Comprehensive healthcare plan

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Wide range of treatment technical skills for asset monitoring.
• Well-developed IT, numerical, analytical skills for performance targets.
• Excellent practical knowledge of wastewater treatment processes.
• Technical knowledge of wastewater treatment assets for cost solutions.
• Experience in operations and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational performance and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and report action plans for regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with team members for performance delivery.
• Provide technical direction for wastewater treatment operations.
• Identify operational problems and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Treatment technical skills

IT skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes

Job description

Job number UU03489 Country United Kingdom Region Cheshire West and Chester Location name Warrington North Wastewater Treatment Works, Gatewarth Industrial Est, Off Liverpool Road, Sankey Bridges, Warrington, WA5 1DS Posting End Date 22/01/2026 Band 5a Role Type Permanent Work hours 37 Hours per Week Salary £48,979

About us

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 uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.

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 value contribution.

Salary & Benefits

Salary - £48,979
Work Type - Onsite
Job Location - Warrington North Wastewater Treatment Works, Gatewarth Industrial Est, Off Liverpool Road, Sankey Bridges, Warrington, WA5 1DS
Role Type - Permanent
Employment Type - Full Time
Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases 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

Job Purpose

Our successful Field Technical Officer will be responsible for all scientific and practical technical input to the Wastewater Production Manager, Process Controllers and Operators, to achieve regulatory, financial, customer and key business performance targets. You will also ensure all assets are managed to optimal efficiency within agreed budgetary targets whilst meeting all regulatory compliance and Customer Service standards. To include but not limited to UWWTD, PPC, UV, WML, WRA, Flow, HACCP, Self-Reporting.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• To analyse and interpret operational performance information, proactively identifying and implementing corrective actions within Health and Safety requirements; and escalating regulatory or performance risks to the Production Manager as appropriate.
• To create, develop, implement and report action plans to ensure all wastewater process activities comply with legislation and regulatory obligations whilst achieving internal Company performance targets.
• To work within a team of Hub Technical Officers, Process Controllers and Process Operators to deliver regulatory compliance and performance.
• To provide scientific, technical and practical direction required for the short and medium term operation of wastewater treatment assets.
• Assess and review workforce scheduling and other enhancement options in order to recommend corrective action
• Identify operational problems and existing asset needs relating to compliance, efficiency, asset availability, Health and Safety and optimisation. Assess and review enhancement options in order to recommend corrective action.
• To analyse and explain operational performance data and review performance reports with the Production Manager.
• To be proactively involved with site and district action planning to ensure compliance and optimise the operation and maintenance of treatment assets.
• Contribute to the provision of district information for regulatory returns and EA correspondence.
• To take a lead role in ensuring quality assurance documents are developed and maintained in alignment with business requirements
• To monitor the alarm management system in relation to wastewater asset performance ensuring best practice is implemented.
• To identify and deliver optimisation opportunities working collaboratively with the Area Engineering Manager to ensure the operation of wastewater treatment assets is fully optimised.
• Contribute to the development of suitable risk registers in alignment with the Wholesale Risk and Asset Planning to identify risks and issues, identify and monitor strategic performance requirements, and prioritise risks and issues for investment or operational management

Technical Skills & Experience

• A wide range of treatment technical skills to effectively monitor and control assets across a district.
• Well-developed IT, numerical, analytical and problem solving skills to deliver operational and financial performance targets.
• An excellent knowledge and practical experience of wastewater treatment processes and best operational practice.
• A technical knowledge of wastewater treatment assets and the associated operational, and maintenance requirements to ensure delivery of lowest whole life cost solutions.
• Ability to demonstrate practical experience working in wastewater treatment operations and maintenance and experience of delivering and maintaining performance improvement